Thought I would wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend.
Soooooo, I have had Gemzar on 5/11 (1st one), then Cisplatin on 5/12. Gemzar again on 5/18 with blood work. White count low but still got the Gemzar, however, went for shots of neupogen for 3 days after that. Back on 5/25 for Gemzar, however I was "rejected" *lol*. Seems my platelets were too low. So next week, 6/1, is my appt. with oncologist and blood work. Sure hope platelets increase by then? Anyone have this problem so early on with chemo or is it because I am sooooo small?
Anyone remember what their platelet count was when it was considered too low for chemo?
Side effects very minimal. Very, very mild queasy after first Gemzar and Cisplatin, but that went away. Had an itchy rash on different parts of body, nurse said to use benadryl cream. That is ok. Only other thing was vein in left arm, where needle for Cisplatin and Potassium drip, became a little inflamed and tender. Still somewhat tender, but somewhat better. Been using warm compresses now and then. Anyone have this problem? Sorry for all the questions? Call it a "female thingy"!
I am staying very active, both indoors and outdoors. Love being outdoors whenever I can. Whether it be walking or working in my flower beds.
Huggssss to all!