Tuesday, March 30, 2010

They keep coming

I think I'm just about to run out of possible new side effects. For those with a cruel sense of humor, you'll get a kick out of this one. I was told that I could lose my hair in the treatment area. Sure enough, the hair behind my ear is falling out... in small wads. Since it's behind my ear, no biggie. But... the skin flap, my new skin, from my thigh is now growing hair. O--M--G!!! I'm going to count on radiation zapping that hair too. And, no, it's really not noticeable unless you are looking up close & personal.

This morning I escaped a wave of nausea, but it was replaced with very a painful sore on my tongue (way in the back, on the right side at the base). Made swallowing a HUGE challenge. Not good if they want me to continue eating & drinking for the next 4 weeks. Well, I took a couple of Advil and thankfully, that managed the pain enough for me to get down my lunch. Whew! It's several hours later and it's still tolerable. I did take a Tylenol to be on the safe side.

(BTW, if you are reading this, please sign the comments -- I'm just curious.)

11 comments:

  1. It's me, Lisa. Just checking in and seeing how you are doing. Take care of yourself!!

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  2. I'm reading. I'm keeping you in my prayers. PLEASE let me know if you need help with the kids.

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  3. I'm following your journey and praying for you along the way. ~Mandi Watts

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  4. I am reading, and you are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep the updates coming!

    Susan (Marian's friend)

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  5. Of course we're checking! Hey, think you can mow the grass when you get home this weekend?

    Love you!

    KK

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  6. I'm reading. We talk several times a day but I ALWAYS learn something new on your blog. Keep posting!! I love you! M

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  7. I am reading, thinking and praying for you everyday. LOVE Kelly's comment above. LOL. Sharon

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  8. I love you, Natalie. Have a safe trip back to Houston tomorrow. Mom

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  9. Natalie, I am glad to finally get caught up on your blogs and what you have gone through the past few weeks. You are one tough cookie and you have a really twisted sense of humor - I love it! I hope you had a wonderful Easter with your sweet family. Will continue to pray for you and yours. Love, Patti McCartney

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  10. Hello Natalie, this is Reed. Mom forward the blog to me. I have been thinking about you alot lately. Just read your blog, you are such a good sport and keeping the humor alive. I wish I could be there for but I am keeping you in my prayers everyday. Love you and keep faith. God is helping you heal everyday. Love, Reed

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  11. Hey girl just catching up...you are in my prayers!

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