It's been 8 days since Mom's first chemotherapy treatment. She is still dealing with different side effects and they seem to change on a daily basis. The one that is continuing is the achy legs and fatigue. Mom's fibromyalgia of course doesn't help matters much with the pain. The stomach issues are still on-going, but not as bad as they were in the beginning of the week. Mom did discover a small dime-size sore on her right arm yesterday. This is a signal that her platelet count is low. Mom called Cindy, the nurse about it and she said for Mom to keep an eye on it. Mom is at the lowest point of her blood counts (red, white and platelets)right now. This takes place 7-10 days after the chemotherapy treatment. After this weekend, her blood counts should start going up again just in time for her next treatment in 2 weeks.
Mom went to a program provided by the American Cancer Society on Tuesday evening. It was called "Look Good Feel Better" . This was a 2 hour seminar for women going through chemotherapy. It helps with make-up tips,(Mom rarely wears makeup)hair tips, and how to wear a scarf or hat during chemotherapy. She got some suggestions on hats from other survivors that were at the seminar. Mom is going to try to go to another seminar at the end of the month for breast cancer survivors.
Today, Mom and I went to Elegant Essentials to purchase bras and her prosthesis. We also picked up two hats and a pink ribbon scarf. Having the prosthesis is a great next step in her recovery. She's more comfortable and that is the most important thing.
Tomorrow is Brynn's 1st birthday party. This will be the first time that alot of friends and family will see mom since the surgery and since treatment started. Mom has definitely been looking forward to this party. We all have!
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