On June 28, 2001, I began chemo for Hodgkin's Lymphoma and on that day I had a vision. Not from God, but more of a drug-induced vision. To be more specific, it was an Ativan enhanced divination. I thought, "We should throw a party. It'll be like 'Canal Days' and we'll call it 'Cancer Days.' … Continue reading Party
Cancer one–Hogkin’s lymphoma
Look Good Feel Better
When I had Hodgkin's, I was told about this really cool program called Look Good Feel Better. This program is sponsored by The American Cancer Society. The program uses the idea that a person feels better when they look good. I decided to go with my sister because, hey, a free and fun program. It … Continue reading Look Good Feel Better
The Shower
I don't have any hair right now. Well, I do, but it's just a bit of fuzz. The last time I went through chemo, I shaved my head when the hair started to become sparse. When it grew back in, my hair did not seem as thick as it had been. I was not graced … Continue reading The Shower
Side Effects—May Contain a Little Too Much Information For Some Viewers
I was given a TON of potential side effects to be on the watch for during chemotherapy. Although you can see by the image above it is a lot, I'm happy I have this much to read through. When I went through chemo in 2001, I was given five index cards with the name of … Continue reading Side Effects—May Contain a Little Too Much Information For Some Viewers
Beginning of Hair Loss
I began losing my hair about two weeks after my first treatment. The problem with chemo hair loss is that it doesn't just start to fall out—it waterfalls. As soon as it starts, it just comes pouring out of your head. The first time I had chemo, I just took a razor to my head. … Continue reading Beginning of Hair Loss
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