So I mentioned having some issues this weekend. Well my new found symptoms are just overall tiredness, tummy issues, leg weakness, and suddenly starting to faint. I have yet to fall, but black vision and starting to fall is happening. A walk from the couch to my front door can cause such 'spells'. This started happening over the weekend, so had us concerned. We saw the doctor this morning for a quick check out.
I joked that all they are going to say is the typical 'yep you have cancer, part of it'. Just as when I was pregnant and would go in worried about the baby, and get the response 'yep your pregnant part of it'. lol. Sure enough. Thats basically the answer we got. They took some new blood work, and gave me an eval. They also changed up some of my meds. Overall conclusion is that we upped the steroids as some of it is a mix of brain swelling, and the spinal radiation/tumor. All of these things can also cause an upset tummy. So Im just eating what I can, and light food. They are monitoring me daily (at radiation) so will keep an eye on my symptoms.
Today is the first time they offered me a walker to help my weakness. My joke (as always) was "whats a walker going to do!? make another obstacle for me to fall on?" lol. Its hard to describe, but its a mix of leg weakness and sudden blackouts. If anything a scooter or chair would be safer for me. Its in discussion. I couldnt walk thru a store right now if I wanted to. Hopefully, some rest will help.
So the point they made today, was 'yep its your cancer' and take it easy. So nothing unexpected I just need to stop trying to over do myself. Its hard to remember 3 weeks ago finishing whole brain radiation, and Im still recovering from that. Then add my current radiation. That alone puts a strain on anyone. Last radiation I was very weak for weeks. I was thinking this time would be different. Now that its hit I realize it was a matter of time before I felt this way again.
For now, Im in a chair taking it easy and trying to get loads of sleep. Thank you for your prayers.
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