9 radiation treatments down. The little Halo oranges don't have any taste at all to me. My gums are getting sore now, throat is scratchy, and everything including water has an odd metallic taste.
I met with my internist yesterday and discussed my bout with pancreatitis. I mentioned that the hospital staff and doctors were interested in getting the pancreatitis to subside, and not really focus on how it happened. He shook his head and said, "Many people don't come back from Pancreatitis. If you get it again, it can do you in. We need to find out what specifically triggered it." So we went over my chemo meds, examined known side effects, and there it was. Pancreatitis is listed as a side effect for Decadon, a steroid anti-inflammatory that was given with the chemo and also in pill form following the infusions. I will work with my oncologist on Monday to determine if there are other options so this does not happen again in 2 weeks.
God works in mysterious ways, for sure. About 9 months ago, Fe, a client of Julia's was looking for help in renting out her La Jolla Shores beach house. Julia suggested that I would be a great fit to handle all aspects of the short term rental, having years of experience with our own house in Olivenhain. Fe lost her husband last year to HPV-related cancer, and is a leading advocate of vaccinating and finding a lower impact cure. What a blessing to have Fe's strength and knowledge to help me navigate through this disease. She and her husband started The Immunotherapy Foundation, donating and raising millions of dollars to create one of the West coast's only immunotherapy cell processing labs, which is associated with UCSD Moore's Cancer Center. This innovative treatment replaces chemotherapy by growing white blood cells and injecting into the patient so the patient's own immune system can fight the cancer. You can read more about the Whitworth's, and the work of their foundation located right here in San Diego.
And what a blessing to be able to manage this property for the Whitworth family. Have you seen this place? Check out more at www.LaJollaShoresBeachHouse.com
God is by your side. Walking with you during this courageous Journey. He has walked before you and paved the path for complete healing. You are on this journey for a special purpose, only you are strong enough to endure. I am proud to be your sister and wish I could physically be by your side, every step if the way. I am with in spirit and heart. When you go dark, I am holding the light for you. When you are feeling lonely, I am right by your side. When you feel like giving up, I am right next to you, poking you to remind you how strong you are. You will beat this! Love you!
ReplyDeleteOkay little Stew will try this again. Very sorry that you and the family are enduring this horrible disease. As I told your cousin Randy cancer does not care who you are or how old. Well when you have completed your treatment and in remission then you can join the survivor club with your cousin Nancy and me. You come from a strong family and I know you will be okay in the end. Life may be rough at the moment but in the long run it will all be worth it. Jill's reply brought tears to my eyes as well as also knowing what you are experiencing. Very sorry. Love Julia (Julie)
DeleteTalk about tear jerker. That was very well said Jill. Hey little Stew this is your cousin Julia (Julie). Our family is strong and always has been when it comes to cancer. Like your cousin Nancy and I, we are over 20 years cancer survivors and you will become one of the unique. So very sorry you and your family have to experience this. My advice is to be your own advocate. Cancer doesn't care who you are. Always try to stay ahead and never let your guard down. Celery is great for the pancreas. I had done research on pancreatic cancer and celery was specifically for the pancreas. So good fresh celery juice is beneficial. Memorial Sloan Kettering hospital had recommended to me, to eat daily garlic, spinach and olive oil every day. I drink cayenne oil in water every day. Berries with high antioxidants in a smoothie each day is great. But not a lot because that would be to much sugar. Love you very much and will be here with you every step of the way. Oregano oil is very good for you. Very strong. One drop goes a very long way. Take care and keep the blog going.
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