Sunday, June 18, 2006

An Unwanted Journey: Day 0207 - Nausea


Saturday saw my first experience with chemotherapy-induced nausea. It wasn't too bad and I took my anti-nausea drugs as recommended. But, it did lay me low enough that I had to sleep almost all day and night. I also had no appetite whatsoever, something reflected on the scales this morning.

Thank goodness for the US Open and the FIFA world cup games. When I was awake, I could catch a little from my vantage point in the recliner in the family room. Unfortunately, I was too tired to catch the 4-0 romp of the Edmonton Oilers over the Caroline Hurricane at night. There really is so little on TV that I am grateful for the sporting events.

Today is Father's Day and I am feeling much better. The heat and humidity are tough, though. My wife and I went for an abbreviated walk this afternoon, but I was amazed at how little resilience I had after a day of resting. It will take time for me to build up a reservoir of strength and endurance.
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2 comments:

Anonymous said...

Been following your progress from the sidelines. As you know day care germs from K prevent us from visiting and don't want to interupt or drain you with yet another phone call. M and I watched a VERY interesting movie/documentary "What The Bleep Do We Know". So interesting was the material that M ordered it, should have it soon. Think that you would be interested if you have not already seen it - based on your previous blog entry. Can potentially drop it off to you if you would like.
Love you,
A

Don Spencer said...

Hi, A. I'm looking forward to the reunion to see you, M, and K again.

I purchased that movie. Evidently, a sequel will be released this summer.

Hope all is well with you. I heard you and K were under the weather. Take care.

Love,

Don