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Here we go again!


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Yes, it is that time again. Tomorrow is treatment day! Woohoo! Can you feel my excitement?  ha ha  It's time for infusion #2. I'm already back in my routine - have the meds going, the snacks and water are ready, my phone, battery case and Kindle are charged, I have my crossword puzzle book and my favorite pen ready to roll. I have my list of questions for my doc written down so I don't forget. I am SO ready to be able to say that I'm halfway done with round 1!!!
My hair continues to jump for its life...still no clumps so no bald spots. At this point I'm just thinning. I have my hats and fake hair all ready to go when the need arises. The actual hair loss isn't the issue at this point - though I do have to wear a hat if I'm doing anything in the kitchen - it's the way your scalp feels when it starts to let go. Ladies (or gents), if you've ever worn your hair up for a while and your scalp hurts a little when you take it down...that's what my head has felt like all day. I think this is what drives people to shave their head more than the actual trauma of the loss. Maybe that's just me but I'm leaning towards shaving more due to the discomfort than anything else.
Speaking of hair loss and hats, I posted some pics of my new hats on the Instagram photo diary. I'll get shots up of all of them eventually but they are multiplying quickly. I ordered a couple from Headcovers.com and a friend of mine was nice enough to make a few for me. I love them all! Thanks Christy!!
Well, I have a early morning date with my treatment buddies, a dude in a white coat and a nurse with a needle and some toxic chemicals. I'm sure I'll post throughout the day tomorrow. Think happy thoughts and dance for me, this one is supposed to be tougher than the first. Whatever it brings, remember, it's only temporary!
Goodnight sweet friends!

Love to all,
Andee