I'm Not Feeling Well...

I’ve had two treatments of PDX and I’ve been pretty sick. The day of my first treatment I felt okay, the next day I was little nauseous and felt a little run down, as the week progressed these symptoms became worse. The side effect of this trail is very different from MDX/CD-30. This has been much more challenging than anticipated. I have treatment for three weeks in a row and then I’m off for a week. I still have to get blood work done during the week I don’t have treatment.

The good news, I had my Mom out with me for nine days, I was so happy to have her with me, she has been such a blessing in so many ways. More good news, I was able to come home for Easter and be with my family, I also had to get my bone marrow typed at UCLA. Last week, Mark and Shallyn were typed and we’re seeing if one of them will match.

Due to Spring Break, my Mom and I had some challenges getting a flight back from New York, but we finally were able to get everything taken care of. We had a layover in Baltimore and Mom who is not a fan of flying wasn’t thrilled about our 7-1/2 ride! She was quite funny throughout the flight; I think she left permanent marks in the arm rest of her seat. :-} While home I was able to go camping with my boyfriend and his family, I had a blast.

On Wednesday of this week, I will fly back to New York with my Aunt Anna. She will be with me for eight days; I’m looking forward to spending time with her. My Mom’s family are very loving and caring people; and are true examples of people who live what they believe. I’m blessed to have all of them in my life!

Please join me in prayer that I begin feeling better in between treatments.


Fight 2 Win,

-Alese