taffsayswhat's Cancer Blog

July 14, 2008

So I recently had some shortness of breath for the past few days, then started coughing up blood and took off to see my doc. I had a CTA done and turns out I’ll have to stay in the hospital for several days due to pulmonary embolism. I’m getting anticoagulant shots now and I’ve also been put off Avastin, probably forever. So Carbo/Taxol rounds from now on. I’m really doing okay though, as usual keeping up my spirits. Laughter is the best medicine… except right now if laughing makes me cough.

Some people ask me how can I always be in good spirits. I really don’t know, I’ve always been like that, which of course doesn’t mean I never cry or feel rotten a lot of times, but I think most of the time I feel good. I’d have to thank my family and mates for that, and of course, my girl.

I want to thank everyone for their welcome, both here and at the community post. Cheers. I’m glad I decided to join after such a long while, but you lot encouraged me to, whether you know it or not. :)

Posted on July 14, 2008 at 2:13:09 PM by Taff ( , 4 comments)

I admire your strength and positive attitude. ;-)

Posted on July 14, 2008 at 3:06:52 PM by jill

I am sorry to hear you are in the hospital. I hope you feel better soon.
I also admire you for your strength and positive attitude. You are amazing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Posted on July 16, 2008 at 7:58:30 PM by joyce

You are destined to do well my young friend, as a positive attitude, laughter, love, and friends are the key to taming this wild beast run amuck within us. Keep up your spirits it is one thing you can control in this out-of-control situation. Be well! Gaile

Posted on July 20, 2008 at 10:06:38 AM by gaile

I hope you are doing a bit better. You are so positive, it is wonderful!

Posted on August 3, 2008 at 9:17:06 AM by naunie