Weight loss is a known side effect of chemotherapy. However, sudden extreme weight gain is just as real. After yesterday's mishap, today was technically my first full day of chemo. I received all three of my drugs alongside a boatload of hydrating fluids and anti-nausea medication. Today was also the first day without any specialist … Continue reading Cycle 1, Day 3 – 22 July 2026 →

Turns out sometimes you are expecting to participate in a multi-course meal and all you get is an amuse bouche. My morning today was quite hectic. My breakfast had barely been put down when I was told the ENT specialist wanted to see me RIGHT NOW. I was able to gulp down one piece of … Continue reading Cycle 1, Day 2 – 21 July 2026 →

It is a well-known personality trait of mine to be chronically early to everything, and so it shouldn't come as a surprise that I showed up for my 8am admission to the oncology ward at 7.20am. Since I have the additional insurance needed, I requested a private room for my stay and to my great … Continue reading Cycle 1, Day 1 – 20 July 2026 →