Kasey returned to school last Thursday, hoping for a kind and patient group of students this year. She had her MRI today and feels more at ease knowing what to expect. Results are still pending, and I’ll share an update when we receive them. Please pray for positive news and that the tumor has shrunk. […]
Kasey is resting at home, understandably worn out after her treatment session. The cold cap, which Colt faithfully swaps every 30 minutes, is working wonders—Kasey’s signature curls are still shining strong! The post-treatment fatigue is intense, but Colt’s mom, Vicki, has been an absolute hero, stepping in to care for the kids. We’re beyond grateful
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Kasey is currently undergoing her third chemotherapy session, marking what we hope is the halfway point of her treatment. Tomorrow, she’ll receive an injection to suppress her ovaries and another to boost her white blood cell count. A follow-up MRI is scheduled around August 6th to assess how much the tumor has reduced in size—we’re
Kasey is doing well overall since her chemotherapy last Wednesday. She’s experiencing fewer side effects this time, though she’s dealing with increased fatigue. Due to her sensitivity to sunlight, she’s limiting her time in direct sun. Despite this, Kasey remains in high spirits and is beginning to plan her return to work, navigating the challenges
Kasey finished her second round of treatment and is resting tonight due to fatigue. Her liver enzymes were slightly elevated, so her doctor adjusted the Taxotere dose. To reduce the risk of neuropathy, a side effect of Taxotere, Kasey is icing her hand and feet, though she jokingly compares it to a torture chamber again.
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Kasey’s genetic testing results are back, and there’s no genetic link—great news for our family, though the situation could be better. Her second estrogen shot went much smoother with a skilled nurse, and it was less painful than the first. Kasey’s side effects have significantly reduced, and she’s feeling more like herself. She even completed
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Kasey is coping well this week following her chemotherapy. She got an immune-boosting shot to support her health and hopefully keep her treatment on track. As anticipated, she’s feeling a bit fatigued. Unexpectedly, she’s experiencing blurry vision and has an eye doctor appointment tomorrow. She’s also has a rash on her back, which she’s keeping
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Kasey received her first round of chemo yesterday, June 11. Along with her HER2 protein infusion.Colt and Kasey arrived at oncology at the pavilions at about 8 o’clock and left around 3:00 PM. The infusion took about 6 hours. Kasey managed the infusion well with minimal side effect thus far such as headache, and having
Yesterday, Kasey had her port placement procedure, which went perfectly without any complications. While under, she dreamt of a fun day wakeboarding on the lake and was a mildly annoyed when the PACU nurse woke her. Now back home and recovering, Kasey’s in great spirits despite some soreness. She’s getting used to her new appearance,
Kasey received her MRI results, and while it’s not all good news, we’re celebrating the victories where we can: the cancer is confined to her right breast. However, precancerous cells were also found in the same breast. Chemotherapy will focus on shrinking the tumor but won’t eliminate the precancerous cells, So the Shitty Titty has