My radiation oncologist and chemo oncologist are in agreement, recommending 3 cycles of induction chemotherapy, spaced three to four weeks apart, followed by radiation and more chemotherapy.
The chemotherapy will include cisplatin, Taxol (paclitaxel), and 5-FU (fluorouracil). But before they can pump the drugs into my body, I need a portacath installed on my chest. The outpatient facility where I had my biopsy is booked until the end of October so my doctor is trying to expedite the process, which means the procedure might be performed at the hospital instead.
I am so ready to get started. Yeah, I know, after the drugs are in my system, I'm sure I'll be writing about how much they suck.
My oncologist is also recommending that I not work during any of the treatment process. I originally thought the induction chemo wouldn't be so bad, but her opinion seems different. In fact, we even discussed having a feeding tube installed now, as my body is still in good health. Going into this whole process, I was insistent on not having the feeding tube, but now I'm reconsidering, especially if it will help save my life by providing me with the calories that I need when I'm not able to eat through my mouth.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
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