Other than the pain of the drain earlier this week, the days have gone well for Cheryl. She has been able to accomplish a bit of housework like folding laundry and unloading the top shelf of the dishwasher. We did both drains again this afternoon. Only a few drops came out of the right side but we got another 100 cc from the left. Again, draining the left side caused her considerable pain and we only made it 13 minutes into the procedure before she called it quits. I wish there were some way to do this without hurting her. Maybe the doctor will have a suggestion for us at her next appointment.
In other news... Cheryl's hair is starting to shed quite a bit. Whether washing, drying, combing or just sitting still, we find large handfuls of hair. Our plan is to go ahead later this week and trim it short while she feels up to letting me take care of it for her since we don't know how she will react to the second round of chemo.
Pray that Cheryl continues to have energy this week and that her body will be ready for Friday. Her appointment with Dr. Burke, the gynecologic oncologist that did her surgery, is at 9AM and her chemo is scheduled for whenever we get through at his office.
Yeah Cheryl! So glad to hear you were up to church today! Cheryl you are beautiful with or without hair, don't worry my friend. Jud thank you for the update posts and for the way you care for Cheryl as hard as it must be for you knowing it hurts her. You are both in my constant prayers. I will call you this week Cheryl, Love Ya!
ReplyDeleteSo glad you got to go to church. I can't help but think about what your grandson said about your hair. It's a shame he isn't there with you now. Kids get enjoyment out of the strangest things. It seems like Jud is a very good "nurse." I hope you can find a solution to the pain from your drain. I'm still worried about stopping by because of my students' and germs passed around there. I'm just really glad that you're feeling better and that the chemo and many prayers seem to be putting you on the road to recovery. Very, very happy for good news!
ReplyDelete@Mrs. Cindy - don't worry, I'm bringing him back next week (Oct 5-8) and I'm sure he'll have some more funny ideas about Grandmama's hair, or lack of it! His latest comment was that her hair was falling out softly like the leaves (we've got actual autumn up here).
ReplyDeleteCheryl- I am sorry to hear about the pain but glad that you made it through. I am very happy that you were able to make it to church and got to hear some good preaching (smile). Don't sweat the hair thing because the look is in. You will be beautiful no matter what. My prayers continue to be with you and Jud. Thanks for the updates. Love you both!
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