Phase 2 Complete!!

I had my last radiation treatment yesterday! Good thing, because the skin in one area hurts a bit and is starting to peel. Gross. The Silvadene cream helps. I received a cute graduation certificate from the staff. Yay!

After the last zap, I went to the Cancer Institute to see my medical oncologist to begin phase 3. I received my script for Tamoxifen and he reviewed potential side effects. Hot flashes are a common side effect. I've been having hot flashes for a few months, but lately they haven't been as bad. That's about to change, I think! My doc recommended black cohosh to help alleviate them. I also have clearance to start taking vitamins and supplements again. I see him and my radiation oncologist at the end of May. I'll have a follow up mammogram around that time and a PET scan around the end of October. I had my CBC done via a vein in my hand because my port wouldn't cooperate yesterday. All the counts are back in the normal range and I'm very happy to see my red blood count back up. Between that and finishing treatment my fatigue should begin to lessen.

A friend asked me if I'll continue to blog and yes, I think I will. I'll have to figure out how to keep it interesting!

Now I'm looking forward to my 2 trips, the first one is the wedding in the Keys. I have a feeling my trip to Pennsylvania for Easter is going to include some icky weather. If I can just remember to pack a coat! I tend to forget to do that. My sister Anita asked me if I had any special requests for Easter dinner. I told her ham and cheese pie will make me very happy! I think I'll fit some chocolate in, too. Anyway, I'm really looking forward to seeing everyone.

Thanks again to all the incredible support I've received during my big adventure....I'll never forget it! And most of all, I thank GOD for being my rock and my comforter.

RIP Myron Cope