Sheesh, it's been a month since I've posted. I'm doing fine. I'm on my third 21-day cycle of the Rad001/Avastin study. I've had two doses of Avastin. I don't feel quite as flaky and forgetful as I did on the Xeloda/Temodar, but I am having some of the same angina problems. Kick-ass, sucker-punch angina. Fortunately, I'm being monitored closely by the oncologist and cardiologist. I've had an EKG and a PET scan of the blood flow in and around my heart. All tests were normal and didn't require further action. I have a handy nitro spray that I carry with me everywhere, which helps to keep the angina under control. It's sometimes very effective when I pull it out in meetings. It sends a strong message...
My last visit to MD Anderson was interesting. Always good to see the tumor removal team. I performed my duties as a study patient, had a shot of Sandostatin and received my second infusion of Avastin along with a new supply of Rad001 pills. To my delight, my brother Dave came with me to the infusion area where we watched a History Chanel show on Trucks, another on Horses, and of course, discussed the bodily functions a cancer patient experiences. Important to note here: I am not the only member of my family who discusses bodily functions. Not even close.
I have a couple of funny 24-hour urine test stories to write about, but I've decided to devote one whole blog to the lovely experience when the time is right. I'll take my next 24-hour urine test into MD Anderson around December 10. I know you'll be on pins and needles in anticipation of that one combined with tales of traveling the three hours to Houston while trying not to have to stop at a gas station to pee, which would mean bringing my big orange jug into the rest stop with me. Good times.
Yes, my next visit to MD Anderson is around December 10. I'll stay a bit longer for this next visit as I'll have a measurement to check the progress of the three cycles of the study. I'm hopeful the results are shrinkage and the quirky little aches and pains in my chest will be worth it.
Thanks for checking in and all the positive notes from the last blog.
smack, smack
jan
