I talked with my oncologist on the phone today, instead of having an in-person appointment. To sum it up quickly, I am going to go back on the chemo pill (Piqray) but only a half dose.
My back pain and neck pain are pretty bad. I’m definitely not managing it well with the medicines I’m currently taking. To resolve that, I’m going to double my dose of long acting morphine in the evening. I’m also able to double up on the short acting morphine throughout the day if I need to. I’m also going to add melatonin on top of the sleeping pills I’m taking. I need to get some sleep and not be awake for hours in the middle of the night.
I’m thankful he agrees with me that we should do a scan. It’s been three months of attempting treatments. It’ll give us an idea if that did anything, It will also give us a baseline for this new drug. It’s going to be a CT scan, and I have no idea how far out they are scheduling them right now.
I’m feeling pretty good. Just managing the pain. ❤️
Praying you will be able to manage the pain better than before. Hopefully that will help you get some sleep . God Bless . Happy Easter to the Small’s.
Jennifer, we appreciate you update, will pray they can figure out how to help your pain and that soon you can get the scan.
In Christ’s love,
Chuck and Bobbie
I know how lack of sleep can effect everything! Praying you can get some sleep and then be in better frame of mind to handle family, health, responsibilities and life!! You are so precious in God’s sight and as hard and challenging as your life can be, don’t hesitate for one second to believe that He is your God that is more powerful than this cancer. Love you and pray for you trusting God to give you joy and peace!
Dear Jennnifer
Deuteronomy 33:27 – Praying that those everlasting arms will hold you gently and give you restful sleep.
God Bless you Jen…we are praying every day for The Lord to comfort you, relieve you of that pain & help you to sleep well at night…Jesus The Great Physician, please lay Your Hand of Healing on Precious Jennifer…Lots of Love & Hugs…Kathy G.
Sounds like some good things are happening. I continue to pray for you and your family.
Jennifer, I’m so glad you have been able to communicate with your doctor and make a plan to ease your pain. I am sorry you have had to suffer so greatly. Even in all of your suffering, you always keep such a positive outlook. You are an inspiration. I will continue to pray you can get sound sleep. Psalm 4:8 gave me such peace when I was struggling with insomnia for so long. It says “I will both lie down and sleep in perfect peace for you alone Lord make me dwell in safety.” God bless you my friend. Keep up the good fight!
Praying for the comfort of this new regimen. You are so strong having Him in your corner. Love and prayers to you and your family.