Yesterday I went to the hospital for blood work and to see my Oncologist. This was my first follow up appointment since my last chemo. My blood counts have all recovered and are in the normal range. They're still on the low end of normal but she said she was happy with that because I am not quite a month out of chemo. It shows that my body can recover and heal. A GOOD sign. She gave me the green light on swimming, exercise, SUSHI and all other things I have had to put off during chemo. I am suppose to now "just go and live life". Sounds easier said then done but music to my ears any way.
I have joined a clinical trial that will last for the next 5 years. So I'm excited about that and excited to be a part of Breast Cancer research. So my follow ups will all be with the clinical trial team, which my oncologist is a part of. I should be getting a call early next week with appointments for the pre-tests that have to be done for the trial. Blood work and a chest x-ray (I think). Then I get my pills - either the drug or the placebo - and off I go. They have a few trials happening at my hospital but my cancer was not "bad enough" so I didn't qualify for any trials. So I'm happy that I can do something now.
Today I went for a walk outside with my best friend Jo-Ann. It felt great to be outside and get some exercise. It's always nice to be with Jo and I'll never stop enjoying our time together. Overall I am feeling really good and each day I feel a bit stronger and have more energy.
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