Multiple Myeloma

1-22-14

I haven't been to this page recently, partially because nothing new to report re MM, but also because Google "improved" Blogger to the extent that I could not access this page,

I am in the middle of a "two-week on" of MM meds, the result of which is, as before, tiring (I continue to attribute fatigue to meds, not age).  I will start another "on" period before I see Dr. Abonour on 2/19 when I will get an update on remission and plan for the future.

I had some flu symptoms last week, coughing, sneezing, and increasing temps.  Since the temps are of concern for MM, Dr. Abonour's nurse immediately prescribed two additional pills which caused the temps to get back to normal and me to feel lousy.  Fortunately, I have finished those additions.

Mary Ann had a back shot and is now into physical therapy, both of which seem to be helping.

Have I mentioned that my shirts come back from the laundry with smaller button holes?

Multiple Myeloma

1-10-14

Today is Mary Ann's birthday.  I gave her a new furnace filter, which does not fit, and took her to lunch, which was good.  She had a shot for back pain a day or so ago, should know soon if it helped.  Kim, nephew in England, sent her eye drops not available in U.S. and they are helping - may have to go there to get more; she was most pleased he thought of helping her.

I am as last reported, whatever that is.

I just read that the first testicular guard, the Cup, was used in hockey in 1874 and the first helmet for football was used in 1974 - only took men 100 years to realize their brains were also important.

Multiple Myeloma

1-7-14

Just realized I had not written since last year.  I haven't had much to report re MM - thought about commenting on social issues and politics but decided you would not want to waste time being irritated with my views.

My feet are not causing as much discomfort, I seldom notice them except when sleeping, or trying to sleep.  I believe my fatigue is lessening somewhat.  I start another two week regimen next week, then see Dr. Abonour on 2-19.  I expect to hear that remission continues.

To keep things interesting, I had what I think was a urinary infection a few days back.  I tracked my urologist to Seattle where he was trying to vacation.  He prescribed an antibiotic which apparently has helped and I will see him next week to be certain.

We have had more snow here than we can deal with, then bitter cold which tonight is supposed to ease a bit.  I don't recall such a combination in the past, but that could be my ability to forget misery.

I hope your New Year is off to a great start.