Two Weeks of Chemo: Introduction and Table of Contents

After more than four months of chemo therapy, I have become well acquainted with the highs and lows of this terrible treatment. Though these insights are crystal clear to me now, I know they won't always be. I have decided to document my experiences, so that I never forget. Specifically I will post a daily entry into this blog through one two-week cycle of chemo, starting today. Hopefully, I can use these memories as I enter the medical field to become and remain a more empathetic care provider.

Day 1 is posted here. It's a bit long, but Day 1 is my busiest day. I hope to have shorter posts as this fortnight progresses, perhaps covering one or two topics a day, ranging from symptoms to musings on cancer to hopes for the future. Comments and questions are welcome! Thanks for your support!

Day 1: Chemotherapy
Day 2: Neulasta shots and friends
Day 3: Meds, nausea, and helplessness
Day 4: Smell and taste
Day 5: Port implant
Day 6: Dentistry
Day 7: Acne and hairloss
Day 8: Fatigue
Day 9: PET Scan
Day 10: Delays
Day 11: Experts
Day 12: Second cancers
Day 13: Check-up and toe spots
Day 14: Wrap-up