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Category Archives: Treatment Plans
That Annoying Stamp
one oncologist doctor of mine places a stamp on my schedule that says “Tentative Schedule Only”. Frustrating? You bet cha! I’m not sure how many times my schedule has changed in the last few days. So far, it feels countless. … Continue reading
My October 2018
October is one of my favorite months. I get to wear warm clothes, have shiny lip gloss, enjoy easy teen reader books in my Ikea lounge chair and to make it even a smidge better, I now get to indulge … Continue reading
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Tagged ALK Rearrangement, Brain Surgery, Living, Lorlatinib, Pembrolizumab
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June? Oh Sugar!
“Hello? Are you there?” It’s been a while. Feels a little awkward. Like calling back that friend you have neglected the last several days that have turned into weeks. What will I say? What is the reason for my behavior? … Continue reading
Oh Shots, Welcome Back
Willing to accept that I was living in an alternate universe filled with doom and gloom wackiness, my doctors weren’t. They did not believe my theory, “I’m just going through an unlucky spell”. Tuesday I had an ultrasound performed and … Continue reading
Being Flexible
I am flexible when it comes to plant and yard care. A little of this, a little of that, no set plan. Occasionally I’ll refer to The Google or my Master Gardner friend Marcia. It works for me. Keeps it … Continue reading
Cold Before the Storm
July was a pretty rough month; August, only slightly better. I have a cold. For a few days now. Tissue boxes and waste baskets are stashed in my favorite indoor sitting spots. No more energy to spend on stress-relief baking. … Continue reading
Spending a Day
Like a rebellious teenager my care team announced, “We will get in trouble…That’s okay with us…We are going to do what is best for you!” The words came at me like cold glass of water tossed in my face. Let me … Continue reading
Cause: Prior Treatment
I am pleased to announce that my next eye exam will take place in 6 months. Six months? Well, that can’t be a major problem! I have officially been diagnosed with a mild case of Radiation Retinopathy. Whole Brain Radiation is … Continue reading
The Hits Keep Comin’
Tuesday morning was brutal. I had a 7:30am appointment to get a cracked filling replaced. It’s been years since I’ve left the house by 7. I had enough coffee in my system to register the dentist say, “Kimberly, we need to … Continue reading
Program, Interrupted
We interrupt this program for a Kim News Update… It’s looking like the caner is on The Grow. For real this time. MRI and CT are showing slight growth. I’m still taking the Crizotinib but a shift in treatment … Continue reading