Well, chemo was supposed to start yesterday, but did not. As I mentioned before, her port-a-cath had been leaking. We thought it was fixed. However, the nurses were not comfortable and wanted to make sure. So, this morning they had a port study done to make sure it was not leaking. And sure enough it was leaking. So, they put another IV - called a picc line in her right arm to administer the chemo. The danger of administering chemo if there is a leak is that it can cause serious skin issues - her doctor used the terms "hole in her chest."
I am glad they did the study. It sucked for Andrea though because another thing that went wrong, another IV put in her arm, and more pain. Eventually, they will have to surgically remove the port and put a new one in.
So, the chemo was delayed to today. It has already started and hopefully no more issues will come up. The chemo will last for 5 days. Other than the emotional drama of the port and the picc, Andrea is feeling ok. She is eating well and sleeping well. Her abdmonial wound is also healing well. My parents, along with Mr. & Mrs. Taylor, are here and we are all working hard to make her feel better. I am confident that the rest of this week will go smoothly and the cancer will be gone.
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Sending every ounce of my love to you every second of the day. I am with you in spirit and counting the minutes until i get back there on Friday!
-kathleeny
Thank goodness for the astute nurese! Sorry about the PICC Andrea, and I love you so much.
Aunt Mary Helen
Andrea - Glad to hear you are feeling well today. Thinking about you as always. I know this week's round of chemo will be a big success! Can't wait to see you again (hopefully this weekend if you're feeling up for visitors!)
Just wanted to let you know my thoughts and Prayers are with you Honey.!! I am so Greatful they checked into the leak, but I'm so Sorry for the IV. I just know you will be Cancer Free after all this !! I Love you with All My Hearts Sweetie...
All My Love,
Denise
XOXOXOXO
Uncle Tom and I are thinking of you. We're sorry that you've been in such pain. I've always heard that the nurses are the real backbone of the hospital . . . I wonder if your mom was the one who told me that.
Grandma says that Anshul is doing a great job helping to keep your spirits up. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Love,
Aunt Karen
Andrea & Anshul,
Bless those nurses for finding the leak. Sorry for the pain but truly believe that you are at the top of the bad mountain and by getting this strong dose of chemo it will cure your cancer and going down the other side of the mountain will be so much better. Our love and support to both of you.
Uncle Jime and Aunt Mary Anne
Andrea,
All the best in this weeks chemo treatment. It is going to go great!
Tony
Hi Andrea,
It was great to see your video. Had a nice visit with your dad and he told Tom and I about all your treatment. I'm so happy to hear how well the chemo is working. Hope you feel well enough to continue the walks with your mom and dad. I wish I could quell your pain as Dennis Miller says. Love Uncle Ralph
Andrea,
Great video. You look wonderful. Glad you're not sick with the chemo. Remeber you are loved by alot of people and we are sending our prayers your way.
Keep up the good work and thanks again Anshul for the updates.
Love to all.
Uncle Jim and Aunt Mary Anne
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