Day 4 on baby dose of two diuretics--Aldactone and Lasix. Something proactive I can do to try and reduce distention of abdomen. Guess they are working, though ever so slowly, since I can now look down and see my toes. Oh, how thankful we can be for such little things in life.
My appointment @ the Block Center is still on for the 22nd. Per the oncologist, the etiology (cause/reason) of the cirrhosis and ascites is unknown. Our (hubby's and mine) personal suspicion is the Kadcyla (chemo), of which I've now had 6 rounds, the cause. This will be an interesting trip; hoping and praying for resolution. Dr. Uhdrain, the oncologist, indicated that should my liver enzymes continue to rise, he would discontinue the Kadcyla and start me on Herceptin + Navelbine (which I believe is another direct therapy). We'll see.
I must admit that this part of my journey has been particularly trying on my patience--never my strongest virtue. This week has been much better than last, so there can be no excuse for complaint (such an ugly word!). How can a person not be joyful, knowing that so very many people are praying
for us? A warm hug to each and every one of you.
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