Taxol, Round 2

Today Angie is receiving round 2 of the Taxol chemo. She and her doctor agreed to take one week off last week from the chemo weekly regimen. She was feeling really tired and not gaining back strength like expected.

Today she is currently receiving the 2nd dose of the Taxol chemo. Her bloodwork was mostly positive but does show some anemia and low iron levels. For now she is going to increase iron rich foods to see if that helps. The chemo prevents correct absorption and taking iron supplements can further complicate side effects she already experiences.  

She enjoyed some better days the past 3-4 days without any fevers and with a little more strength than she had previously. We are still waiting for one more chemo round before the doctor will order a scan to see how the tumor is responding. The chemo is also being used to help discourage the spread of cancer to other organs or places in her body. The scan will give some insight if the tumor has stopped growing or shrunk at all. If the tumor is still growing it means the treatment is not being effective and at that point she will be scheduled for lumpectomy. 

Praise:

-Today was the fastest we've gotten through the 'system.' 

-More strength and feeling a little stronger.

Prayer Needs:

-Please pray that she is able to gain back strength quicker than before and be able to endure the treatments coming next.

-Pray for effective treatment and the chemo is working!

-Please pray for all the emotional, spiritual, physical strength to keep battling this fight. The days can be long and difficult.