Wow, what a week! It was tough. Tuesday was the day to put on a new pain patch but I didn't have any so I was just going to call the next morning, but when I've talked to the Dr. about the patch, he says it is a very low dosage and it would be easy to wean off of it, so I decided I would try it. Most of the day on Wed. I was pretty emotional and that night I was not able to sleep except for maybe 2 hours. Thurs. I had chemo and I usually sleep through it beautifully, but this time I had the jitters and could not calm down. I asked the onc. nurse what was happening and she told me I was withdrawing from the narcotic that was in the patch. I was still dealing with effects today and I didn't go to work. Well, I have been off still and I have not had pain (please pray I won't), and I have been able to sleep better.
The Dr. told me to try to do some exercise in a pool to try to get rid of my limp, so I am going to my friend's house on Sat. to use her pool and try to work out this limp that is making me so tired from walking. I really need prayer for this too and I thank you in advance for your prayers.
Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!!! I appreciate all that everyone has done for me!
Oh Jana. I'm so sorry to hear about your week. What a terrible effect from such a "low" dosage. That is crazy that you were actually going through withdrawals. I will be praying for you and do hope that this week will be so much better. I hope you got to spend time either relaxing, with family or maybe both. Blessings this week!!!
ReplyDeleteWow...completed a week, found a couple more issues, weaned yourself off a narcotic! You go girl. Sounds like you are still finding small issues (that feel very, very big) and are dealing with them as they come. We are so proud of you! Sorry it had to hurt and you didn't get enough sleep, but they are in the past! You go girl. Our prayers continue for you to heal and get better with each passing day. One step at a time, holding God's had all the way!
ReplyDeleteBetty and the NY Gang!