Dear All,
Last night and today, Anita has not been doing as well. However, much of this is expected in that it is apparently a normal reaction to chemo-therapy in the first couple of days following a treatment.
Specifically, she felt nauseated all night long but managed not to throw up. This morning she was feeling very nauseated accompanied by lower abdominal pain. She stated that "I just can't get comfortable." Fortunately, she does not have a fever. She did eat some oatmeal this morning but later had an episode of vomiting. She is now resting/sleeping. The most important thing is that she stay comfortable, pain free, and hydrated. We are in contact with the doctors today respecting changing her nausea medication and we will be requesting - no, demanding - a referral from her oncologist to a pain management specialist. It is astounding that they have not referred her to one before.
We have made an appointment for her to see the oncologist this coming Monday June 18 at 10:00 a.m. The purpose of the visit is for him to evaluate how she is tolerating the chemo treatment. We are also making an appointment for her for June 20 to get the doppler-echogram of her heart.
Meanwhile, the flowers, comments on the blogsite, and other well-wishes, thoughts and prayers keep pouring in. Thank you all so very much. It makes Mother feel less alone and strengthened in her daily and valiant fight!
With thanks to all,
Melissa
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Hang in there, Anita, there's a whole bunch rooting for you. Don't forget to tell me if there's anything at all that I can do. I'm here for you.
Love, Fritzie
Melissa is correct, You Need, Pain
management Doctor. Anita and John stay strong for each other !!! Your friends, are keeping You both in Our Hearts and Prayers!
Sending Hug's and Well Wishes
Love, Gina and Danny and the doggies
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