I begin my 2nd week going into it strong in my mind, but my body wants to be sick for some strange reason. I began last Thursday morning coughing, sneezing, etc -- by the afternoon, I had a low grade temperature. I put myself to bed and began the task of drinking my fluids, sleeping and being quiet. Basically, staying out of site from all. Seems like I'm still so susceptible to germs. It all takes time to get better from chemo even though it's been a few months. Still side effects linger. Love it. NOT!
Today when I go to radiation, I will let them know this is occurring and see if the nurse wants to see me and check me out. At this point I think it's a basic virus, but this whole game is so different now that when I do get "sick" it has a different way of showing itself. I just don't want anything going into pneumonia, which is a concern that can occur. Better to be safe and have it checked out.
Since this is my 2nd week of radiation treatment, my skin has not shown any signs of peeling or redness at this point. Apparently, it usually takes approximately 3 weeks for any signs of radiation side effects. So far so good to this extent.
I plan, once again, to restart my walking routine and get back to the gym to begin a very low level workout to get back to my cardio level. The more exercise I can do, the better. I am working on my stretching -- oh, to be young again. I used to be so incredibly limber. Now, I have -- let's say boundaries that my body can and/or will do for me. Sometimes I begin the giggle factor when I'm trying to go into a foward roll down to my feet. Hah, it's just a hoot -- I can almost get there even with chest expanders residing in my body! But still, I have a ways to go to achieve my little goal. Feels good to stretch!
So I begin my day and later after radiation, I will go take the boys (my dogs) for their walk into my field (of dreams--LOL) or the area where I really let it out with my prayers or laughter or crying or whatever strikes me on that particular moment -- even quiet while I enjoy the dogs running their Yah-yahs out. So cute to watch.
My Cup continues to be half-full. I must because I'm closer to my end of treatments. And then, cancer free! That's the ultimate goal! CANCER FREE!!
Ciao, Ciao
PS My Mom arrives today! 88 years old and healthy as can be! That's what I hope and wish for as well!
Today when I go to radiation, I will let them know this is occurring and see if the nurse wants to see me and check me out. At this point I think it's a basic virus, but this whole game is so different now that when I do get "sick" it has a different way of showing itself. I just don't want anything going into pneumonia, which is a concern that can occur. Better to be safe and have it checked out.
Since this is my 2nd week of radiation treatment, my skin has not shown any signs of peeling or redness at this point. Apparently, it usually takes approximately 3 weeks for any signs of radiation side effects. So far so good to this extent.
I plan, once again, to restart my walking routine and get back to the gym to begin a very low level workout to get back to my cardio level. The more exercise I can do, the better. I am working on my stretching -- oh, to be young again. I used to be so incredibly limber. Now, I have -- let's say boundaries that my body can and/or will do for me. Sometimes I begin the giggle factor when I'm trying to go into a foward roll down to my feet. Hah, it's just a hoot -- I can almost get there even with chest expanders residing in my body! But still, I have a ways to go to achieve my little goal. Feels good to stretch!
So I begin my day and later after radiation, I will go take the boys (my dogs) for their walk into my field (of dreams--LOL) or the area where I really let it out with my prayers or laughter or crying or whatever strikes me on that particular moment -- even quiet while I enjoy the dogs running their Yah-yahs out. So cute to watch.
My Cup continues to be half-full. I must because I'm closer to my end of treatments. And then, cancer free! That's the ultimate goal! CANCER FREE!!
Ciao, Ciao
PS My Mom arrives today! 88 years old and healthy as can be! That's what I hope and wish for as well!
