Chemo-1 to Chemo-2 …OVER…

I have to say that I was very apprehensive going into the 1^st Chemo Infusion not knowing what to expect, but now that I have 2-Chemo sessions under my belt,  it’s a familiar procedure and a lot easier going forward once you know what to expect.

I can’t say enough about the quality of care and professionalism at the Dana-Farber Center. Everyone has been more than helpful and very available for questions and or any issues that arise from treatments. Both of the Doctors that I met with during my initial diagnosis spent several hours explaining Multiple Myeloma in great detail until they were sure they covered all my questions and concerns.

So how did it go? (You ask? Or did you ask?)…The day of my Chemo I was surprised that the actual infusion only takes a minute or two most of the time is spent prepping the infusion and validating my blood work before the injection. I felt fine the day of the Chemo (I was surprised by this), the 2^nd day I had some discomfort but not severe. The 3^rd day was pretty bad, cold sweats and shivering on & off all afternoon with a tingly feeling in my hands and shoulders, followed by hours of fatigue and a long night’s sleep. Zzzzzzz........