I am doing OK for now. I have cried buckets of tears over the diagnosis and the probability of losing my hair. My younger brother recently passed after having early-onset Alzheimer's at age 66. I finally stopped crying when I realized how fortunate I am to have a disease that has the potential to be cured, rather, than the terminal illness of Alzheimer's. I watched my brother and best friend slip away little by little over 7 years. I am not going to feel sorry for myself anymore... I begin chemo next week. I've tried to buy things that my husband and I will need for the bad days after the infusions. Thank you for asking about me. It does help to communicate with others.

Sorry for late reply, my first infusion was Jan 23. Not much nausea, however, I have almost unbearable bone pain. I have Degenerative Disc Disease, so I'm wondering if the DDD has made the side affect of bone pain worse than usual. The oncologist prescribed 3 days of steroids and some oxycodone 5 for break through pain. I am hoping this helps. I have never experienced pain 9/10 before. I was prepared to have severe nausea, but was unaware of the possibility of severe bone pain. Ice packs on my legs have provided some relief. I have also used heat, however, cold helps me more. I welcome any suggestions to help with deep bone pain from Chemo. Thanks