Day 2 Chemo
Day two of chemo was like day one, pretty uneventful although shorter.
The only side effect today was a bit of mouth dryness and a rumbly stomach. Not to bad.
Last night was a better night as I prepared with ear plugs and eye shades. Great idea. One of room mates had a unfortunate incident in his bed which I will not describe which woke me around 4 am. Note to self, nose plugs next time.
It’s clear to me that the nurses do really run the wards and provide the front line care. Drs, specialists and consultants walk in and out often not keeping up with the schedule of treatment relying heavily on the nurses to keep them up to date. It’s an interesting dynamic to observe.
Overall pleased with first cycle. I have been told to expect to gradually feel worse over the next two weeks. The bottom should occur in about two weeks before I start to feel stronger and recover before the next cycle of chemo.
I am at home now watching a day time movie with my mum. That’s another interesting dynamic!
My Unplanned Sabbatical 
Hi Serg – I don’t really know what to say. Perhaps thank you for sharing this very personal story. Keep punching and just know that there are over 5000 employees supporting you!
Hope you enjoy being at home! Thhinking of you!
Hi Serg
Caught up with your news and progress. Your insight into the world of the public hospital system and “shared wards” environment made me laugh -especially about the 3 tenors. Yes, Nurses do run the wards and are a vital link in the chain!
Keep positive, strong and occupied ( for Petra’s sake) and well rested- all at the same time.
Ciao Angela & tony