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Talking Frankly about Living with Advanced Cancer
Cancer | Last Active: Jun 18, 2023 | Replies (508)Comment receiving replies
Yes, I'm being very careful and wearing my nose mask when I'm out; was scheduled on 10/3 for my last treatment, but unable because of low WBC; waiting on lab results (10/7) for a confirmation of appt reschedule 2c the doctor
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@pbprice, I can understand your worry about not being able to get your scheduled chemotherapy because of low white blood cells. Now that your oncologist knows that the chemo affects your WBCs, they can be better prepared for next time. The Neulasta injection is usually given once during a chemotherapy cycle, at least 24 hours after the last dose of chemotherapy in the cycle and 14 days before the first dose of chemotherapy in the next cycle. So hopefully they will be able to give it to you after your next round of chemotherapy so you can stay on schedule after that. It's complicated, but does that make sense?
Like @becsbuddy suggested, ask questions about getting Neulasta the next time.
@pbprice, I was thinking about you today. How are you doing?
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@pbprice I’m glad to hear you wear a mask especially with flu season on its way! Also remember to keep your hands clean and they touch all surfaces. Wash, wash, wash!