I haven't taken the time to update this blog and should. The last few months have been a lot of doctor visits, mostly to be sure everything is OK. The Rheumatologist is trying to regulate my medications with what I can take being on maintenance drugs for the Myeloma. So we have HOPEFULLY come up with the right formula, at least for now. This makes me much more settled that I am able to come to some resolution with two difficult conditions: Myeloma and Rheumatoid arthritis. What i am finding is that not many doctors know how to treat both effectively. So I am again a blazing a new trail! I did meet with my Oncologist today who gave me some great news. Mainly, my Myeloma recovery and reaction to the medication was as she said, "Miraculous". She also shared that all the cancer is gone, so they label you in complete remission, but the unknown is how long this happens. She is very optimistic that this would be for a very long time. My wish as well!!
I have certainly learned to have an optimistic outlook, always trust your instincts and get a second opinion. Although I truly trust my doctor, she too, encouraged me to consult with another specialist which gave me peace of mind.
I continue to have the opportunity to utilize all the support systems of the Cancer Center. I participate in massages, reflexology, yoga, a trainer to get back into shape and numerous other programs, all free. I still get my weekly rose to put in a vase and know that I am beating the cancer!!
I still am on maintenance, which means I go for chemo treatment (which is a very low dosage) once a week for four weeks and then off for two weeks. I will continue this for a while to ensure I stay cancer free. I actually like it as the days of and for three days after are my most energetic days. Now I understand why people get hooked on drugs!!
That is the latest, stayed tuned for additional updates and thank you for reading this!!!
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