What's on my mind (quite a lot) and what's to come . . .

[CaliforniaPeggy]

The drug I'm taking (Tagrisso) has some side effects, and those include these: The first is fatigue and the second involves the GI tract. This second one has disrupted my existence something awful.

Today things are somewhat better. More normal, you might say. But combined with the fatigue, it's over the top. My energy is scarce and brief.

Tuesday, I will hopefully undergo a PET scan. And hopefully that will show that my tumor is shrinking. After all the fuss, it better be smaller!

What I'm most looking forward to is getting my life back so I can carry on in my normal way. That looks pretty distant right now, so I'm hanging on the best I can.

And if you've read all this, thank you so much! My friends are dear to me. 😃

[The Roux Comes First]

1. Thinking of You with Fingers Firmly Crossed!

All the best for a steady recovery.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

3. Thank you so much, my dear The Roux Comes First!

How sweet of you to say this. I am deeply touched.

[Deuxcents]

2. You are dear to us, Miss Peggy. Hope this temporary change brings relief and a good PET scan 🌺

[CaliforniaPeggy]

4. Your loving words bring comfort to me and I thank you, my dear Deuxcents!

I am truly hoping for a good PET scan.

[Deuxcents]

10. I have you and a long time friend waiting for test results. My friend had Salivary Gland Cancer and has been cancer free

For a year and on Monday gets tested to see if she remains healthy. I hold you both close to my heart

[CaliforniaPeggy]

12. Bless you for your vigilance, my dear Deuxcents . . . it means the world.

May your friend's cancer-free existence continue far into the future!

[stopdiggin]

5. hang in there, kid! and you can be completely certain of both many and much, warm thoughts and best wishes. -(nt)-

[CaliforniaPeggy]

6. Thanks for your great thoughts, my dear stopdiggin! They helped me smile.

And they help me feel better too.

[applegrove]

7. My thoughts are with you. So sorry about the side effects. Keep us informed. You mean so

much to us on the DU.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

9. Thanks so much, my dear applegrove! Your words and thoughts help me.

Fortunately, the side effects will cease when I stop taking the drug.

I will keep you informed.

[blm]

8. GI issues are no joke. The discomfort is truly unsettling.

💐💐💐

[CaliforniaPeggy]

11. You got that right, my dear blm!

I have to stay aware just to keep any accidents from happening.

[jfz9580m]

13. I am so sorry Peggy

You are one of the sweetest people online and I am looking forward to your being back with us..
I will truly keep you in my thoughts.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

14. Thank you so very much, my dear jfz9580m!

I appreciate the sweetness of your words.

[niyad]

15. Holding you in light and love. Vibes for healing and energy headed

your way.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

18. Thanks so much, my dear niyad . . . Your words bring me peace.

[question everything]

16. Hoping for good results and getting your life back. Hold on. We are here for you

[CaliforniaPeggy]

19. Thanks very much, my dear question everything . . .

I know you're all here for me, and it buoys me up!

[summer_in_TX]

17. Dearest Peggy, you are dear to all of us here on DU.

Prayers for the tumor to shrink and for your healing.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

21. Thank you so much, my dear summer_in_TX . . .

Time will tell! I'm hoping too.

[Hope22]

20. It's good to hear from you.

I hope that you find a rhythm soon! Fingers crossed that you get your scan on Tuesday. Be easy with yourself and catch some rest when you can get it. Keep up the good work! Peace, love and healing light to you!💗🙏🏼

[CaliforniaPeggy]

22. Thanks for your encouraging and uplifting words, my dear Hope22 . . .

Not much rhythm to my days right now. And I miss it! I do rest and use what energy I have when I can.

Blessings to you!

[3catwoman3]

23. GI side effects that keep you housebound are truly miserable. How long do you have to be on this med?

A funny side effect story that might be a smile to your face. As you probably remember, in nursing school we get taught that when someone is in a drug study, any symptom they experience while in the study gets reported. I scratched my head in puzzlement when reading that menstrual cramps were a possible side effect of one of the allergy nasal sprays. Seriously? As far as I know, there’s no connection between the nose and the uterus.

Here’s hoping that your innards settle down soon.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

28. That is a funny story, and thank you for telling it, my dear 3catwoman3!

Not sure how long I'll have to be on this drug. Someone actually mentioned that I might need to stay on it even after the surgery! Just to mop up any stray cancer cells! I sent a message to my oncologist today to let her know what's happening. I expect to hear from her early next week. So, we'll see.

The Imodium is helping, thank goodness.

[Figarosmom]

24. Here's for something good.

🧸🌈 hope you get good news and will be able to get off the drug you are taking. I know the best day I've had this year was when the doctor said I could stop the drug she had me on. The side effects I had were getting worse and worse. I'm glad to be back to my normal.

So I wish you back to normal.🤞

[CaliforniaPeggy]

29. I would love to be normal again, my dear Figarosmom!

I'm very hopeful.

[JMCKUSICK]

25. You deserve nothing but the best CaliforniaPeggy.

Please know we wait with you, worry with you, pray with you and hope with you.
God Speed

[CaliforniaPeggy]

30. Thanks for your great thoughts, my dear JMCKUSICK!

They, and you, are greatly appreciated.

[spanone]

26. 🥰The best to you CaliforniaPeggy🥰

[CaliforniaPeggy]

31. Thanks so much, my dear spanone! This is my goal.

[SheltieLover]

27. Healing vibes flowing to you, Dear Peggy!

Fingers crossed that your PET scan will be excellent.

Please be gentle with yourself.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

32. Thanks so much, my dear SheltieLover!

I expect it will be. My doctor told me that between 60 and 70% of the people taking this drug for the same reason I am, see their tumors shrink. I fully expect to be in that group.

[murielm99]

33. Cancer sucks, but cancer

ain't what it used to be. I had the same cancer as you. I had stereotactic radiation and have been cancer free for close to five years. I have shortness of breath due to scar tissue in the lower left lobe of my lung. Otherwise, I am okay. Scar tissue is better than a tumor! I have a scan every six months. I am confident that in a few years, you will be bragging about your long term remission. I know it is stupid to say this, but try not to worry.

[CaliforniaPeggy]

34. Thanks so much, my dear murielm99!

It actually may sound weird, but I'm not worried. The cancer was discovered very early, before any lymph node involvement.

That is a significant advantage and I was really happy to find that out. I'm sure I'll have scar tissue too; they're planning to remove the top lobe in its entirety in my right lung. I can live with that.

Thanks for your very good words!

[CaliforniaPeggy]

35. OK, everybody! It's now my bedtime. I'm signing off for tonight. I'll be back tomorrow.

Bless all of you for your comments!

Good night . . .

[Maru Kitteh]

36. Are you confident you are getting the best possible care?

I dearly hope you are. I wish I could bring you a nice warm blanket from the dryer, and give you some cocoa and a hug.

[KitFox]

37. Oh, dear Peggy, you are beyond courageous and steadfast in your determination to conquer this ! Remember in Finding

Nemo when Dory kept saying “Swimming, swimming, just keep swimming “. Well I propose a DU collective shout at that tumor: “ Shrinking, shrinking, shrinking, just keep shrinking!!!!!” We all care so much and will be wishing and hoping for the best news for you with every test! Sending love and hugs dear heart ❤️ ❤️❤️

[HeartsCanHope]

38. You are in my thoughts, CaliforniaPeggy.

Sending healing vibes and lots of love. Hope things get easier very soon.

[Dear_Prudence]

39. In my thoughts

I am hoping for good news. It is stressful waiting fir medical results. So take care of yourself, please, dear CaliforniaPeggy.

[brer cat]

40. I'm so sorry you are having GI side effects from the drug.

I hope they can do something different that won't have those side effects. Best wishes for good results from your PET scan.

[LoisB]

41. You are in my prayers. I have faith in your strength.

[LuckyCharms]

42. Dear Peggy...

Sometimes, when you are feeling bad, things suddenly take a turn for the better.

Medicine side effects can be rough, especially GI problems. I understand...GI issues can make you feel like a different person.

But don't let those problems trick you...you are still yourself! You're going through a rough patch, but you are still yourself.

And you're going to feel better!

You sound like a fighter, Peggy. You stay strong...I have a feeling that everything is going to work out.

[Easterncedar]

43. Rest and recover

You are loved

[malaise]

44. I do worry about the side effects of some

of the medicine we need.
Please take care - I hope things improve

[Celerity]

45. So hope you quickly get better Peggy!

[HAB911]

46. standing with you peggy!

[sinkingfeeling]

47. Just work on getting well.

[mwmisses4289]

48. 🫂

[Kid Berwyn]

49. My Dear CaliforniaPeggy

Please know you are loved — completely, unconditionally and infinitely by all who know you. Every life is a miracle. The universe itself and our earth and the life it holds are miraculous. Sometimes, when we stop to look and listen, we can clearly hear and know that reality. Most special and powerful of all are those who love others as you — completely, unconditionally and infinitely.

[bluestarone]

50. If any post needs a kick, it's THIS one!! Everyone here is your family!!

We ALL hope and pray for your speedy recovery. You ARE a big part of this family here!!

[Grim Chieftain]

51. You are a light here on DU, CaliforniaPeggy

I hope you realize in your times of struggle and frustration, that someone here has you in their thoughts and is sending loving, healing vibes your way. Take care, friend, we're with you.

[MiHale]

52. Time and a great mental outlook does wonders...

Hoping for the best for you.

[Clouds Passing]

53. Those awful side effects, I feel your pain

[Diamond_Dog]

54. Wishing you all the best, Peggy!

This place just isn’t the same when you’re not on here as much. If I’m short on time, I always read your postings first.

Those drugs that cure can surely have life disrupting side effects! I totally understand. Hope it’s all over with soon and you’re as good as new!

[surfered]

55. I hope the side effects diminish with time and you get back to normal.

Whatever that is for our age.

[lark]

56. Wishing you strength, patience and tolerance in abundance!

Waiting for you to join me as a cancer survivor!!

[peggysue2]

57. You must know you have a tribe of supporters, Peggy

All sending vibes and blessings your way.

Sorry to hear of the physical side effects. Cancer treatments can be cruel. Here's hoping the nasties will be manageable in the near future and you can put this chapter behind you.

Take care.

[Solly Mack]

58. Be good to yourself. Sleep, rest, do nothing when you can. Time to take care of yourself.