Cheryl had a good visit on Monday with Dr. Robertson, the oncologist that will be managing her last round of chemo and follow up. He did not see any reason to test her CA125 before her next session since it has dropped so well previously. He asked if she would like to take a break before doing the next round but said that there is no medical reason to delay if she is ready to go ahead and get things wrapped up. Her blood counts are relatively good with a slightly elevated white count and slightly low hemoglobin. Her INR from the Coumadin is within normal range at 2.7.
Today, she returned to the pulmonologist's office to have the PleurX drain removed from her left side. It took Randy, the PA almost an hour to get it loosened and out. They gave her a couple of shots of Lidocaine before they began the procedure and added a couple more while they were working. Even with the painkiller, Cheryl had a pretty rough time as they removed the nearly 24" long catheter from her chest cavity. She came home with a pressure dressing on the wound and a prescription for Lortab since they've stopped dispensing Darvocet.
Before the drain removal, Cheryl was feeling quite peppy and energetic but since we came home she is experiencing quite a bit of pain in her side. Please be praying that she bounces back quickly from this and that she will be able to enjoy Christmas with no medical surprises.
Next chemotherapy session will be December 27 - January 3.
Yikes - the drain removal sounds pretty traumatic. I can imagine not feeling so peppy after that experience. Cheryl, you sure are having some tests of your courage, aren't you? I pray the Lord's greatest blessings for you and that He will surround you with His loving presence and soothe every pain and discomfort- and of course complete healing!
ReplyDeleteOuch!I can't begin to imagine that but YEAH! Its out. Such great progress my dear friend. Have a restfull Christmas, my prayers are with you and your family!
ReplyDeleteWell, that just sounded awful! I am so sorry for the discomfort you are having to endure. But, I am very thankful for the good report from the oncologist! I am asking Jesus to give you the gift of complete healing from this cancer for Christmas! I love you and pray you will enjoy a quiet and relaxing Christmas.
ReplyDeleteI know I've already responded to this post, but I've been thinking about you two and just wanted to say hello. You are on my heart and in my mind and I want you to know that I am praying for you. May you rest in the knowledge of His peace this Christmas and trust that He is healing your body. Merry, merry Christmas! O come, let us adore Him!
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