Category Archives: infusion

One down, seven to go

Posted on June 29, 2011 by

I’m home from my first FOLFOX infusion, which was largely uneventful.  I am experiencing some interesting side effects, but thanks to lots of advice from other patients and a wonderful infusion nurse, so far there have been no surprises. Today … Continue reading →

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>Any Port in a Storm

Posted on February 1, 2011 by

>Today was chemotherapy port placement day.  While I’m not usually squeamish about any kind of medical procedure (with the exception of everything that happens at the dentist), I have to admit I was a little nervous about this one.  Reading … Continue reading →

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