Wednesday, November 16, 2011

Health update.

I have not been very well since I came off the Capecitabine. I did not have the recovery that I had had last time. It will be at least 3 weeks until I get the monoclonal antibody. I reasoned that I ought to have some maintenance therapy to tide me over the gap and decided after two weeks without any treatment to take half dose Capecitabine. This was a mistake. The abdominal pain and bloating kicked in with a vengeance.

To remedy this I have had a couple of days on clear fluids, more bed rest, dexamethasone 6mg, and I've bought some bigger shirts to accommodate my expanded waistline. Things are gradually getting better, but I shall have to start eating again soon.
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9 comments:

  1. Anonymous16 November, 2011 20:07

    sorry to hear of your ongoing woes. Does the increased abdominal girth reflect acites or distention of the intestines or both?

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  2. Jorge16 November, 2011 20:24

    Prof. I wish you quicker recovery.Thank you for your posts.

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  3. Anonymous17 November, 2011 09:34

    Dear Terry,
    Its difficult to know what to say. When I read of the setbacks in your health or treatment I feel very sad. I've been longing for news of 'all clear'. What is truely inspiring is your response to the difficult trials and tribulations that beset you.
    much love
    J

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  4. Terry Hamblin17 November, 2011 11:44

    Both I expect.

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  5. Paula17 November, 2011 14:03

    So sorry to hear that things are not going well, healthwise.

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  6. Anonymous17 November, 2011 14:44

    Praying God will give you renewed strength and relief from your discomforts. Your support of and tender patience in counseling those with CLL continues to be a blessing. Praying He makes all things manageable for you.

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  7. Manu Manickvel17 November, 2011 19:29

    well, doc, i would just like to recall the old saying - God give me the strength to change the things i can, and the serenity to accept those i cannot; and the wisdom to know the difference...seems to me you are wise...

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  8. Dan Cullen, Westchester, NY18 November, 2011 05:29

    Dr. Hamblin,

    I though the 'time off" would help your body purge itself of some adverse treatment effects, particularly cleansing of the kidneys & liver.

    Out of curiosity, what are the "clear fluids" you've subsisted on?

    Hopefully you're improving.

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  9. Terry Hamblin18 November, 2011 09:11

    I was on water and fruit juice; I have now migrated to milky fluids, soups and 'murky' fluids with more carbohydrates in them.

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