Chemo of any kind is not really that much fun.
Had my first Methotrexate shot yesterday. I had to get two shots and they gave it to me one in each 'hip'... (which is more like the upper buttock). Apparently they base how much they give you off of height and weight which is why I have to get two shots each time. The nurses tag-teamed it which was nice so I only had to feel the poke one time. Ooooo, I hate shots.... but they really weren't as bad as I thought they were going to be. The nurses kept saying stuff like, 'Oh, I'm sorry hon, these will probably really hurt.' So, I was prepared for the worst.
I felt tired almost instantly afterward. Felt pretty weak too, I stopped at a restaurant before I went home to treat myself to my favorite salad and I couldn't grip my glass as well as normal and spilled my drink all over the place. The waitress asked if I needed a sippy cup. I actually thought that was pretty funny.
I was so tired last night but had a hard time getting to sleep because my muscles were so achy and had a bad headache. I was able to get to sleep at 8:00pm and slept until 8:00am. I feel better today, not so weak, and not quite as tired. Still pretty tired, though, and still pretty achy. I also just kind of feel kinda out of it. I kept giving my kids drinks last night, apparently... both of them wet their beds, I don't really remember a lot of that. So, one shot down... and hopefully not too many more!
But all in all, not too bad. I realize it could be much worse! I kept thinking about how great technology is that we have cures for things like this. Even one of the nurses that gave me the shot was telling me how she had had an ectopic pregnancy (which, by the way, is cured by this same kind of chemo shot these days) and they had to cut her open and remove it. I wonder how they dealt with this! Probably a hysterectomy or something. So, I'm glad this is all that I have to deal with.
p.s. I just have to mention how great my kids have been through all of this. Quincey just asked me, "Mommy, can we go get your blood tested so I can get some more stickers, please?" What an adorable boy.
6 comments:
Wow. You are one tough lady. I sure hope this can wrap up for you soon, but it sounds like you're being a champ in the mean time (which is an inspiration to all of us dealing with any level of problems; you have a great, eternal perspective!). I hope all your friends there are taking care of you and your family! Wish I could help!
Wow you are tough for sure! Don't be afraid to ask for help watching kids or meals or anything!
I'm glad it wasn't a nightmare...I really admire your strength! Did you have any nausea/vomiting? I didn't know the treated ectopic pregnancies that way too. There are so many things we are ignorant of unless we've (or someone we know) has gone through it.
I wish I lived close and could come fix you dinner/clean your house/watch your kids! Rest up sweetie!
I had the same thought as Megan...I just wish I could come over with soup and take your kiddos off your hands. I hope someone nearby is doing it for me!
Megan, you are an amazing woman! I admire you.
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