Chemo Day 6

Just thought I'd check in with everyone to let you know I'm feeling pretty good - downright normal - today. Today is the 6th day of chemotherapy and I've heard to expect the worst from day 2 all the way to day 10. So, I'm not sure that I'm out of the woods yet. I'm actually pretty relieved so far. My side effects have been more annoying than debilitating. The biggest factor has been fatigue (just like the doctor said). I am walking around with the energy of a sloth. I did sleep about 15 hours on Friday night and I think that helped a lot. I've also been able to nap almost every day for at least an hour. We'll see how my energy is this afternoon - by 3:00 I have been more of a watcher than a participant. Other annoying side effects have been a constant headache (sometimes better, sometimes worse, but constant) and tummy issues (but have been able to avoid the nausea meds). But by far the most annoying side effect has been a complete teenage acne flare-up. If you knew how long it took me to reconcile with my skin after high school you would realize what a mean side effect this is. I mean is there no one at the FDA with a heart? Let's see, this drug will zap all your energy, make you bald, make you feel sick, and bring back memories of Oxy 10 - approved! I know I shouldn't be complaining - it is way better than the alternative. I need to find out which drug is the acne culprit. I've read it's herceptin which will be a real bummer since that's the drug I'll be receiving for a year. Emotionally it has been stressful waiting to get sick. That on top of the other drama has set me off a couple of times in the past few days and if you've been on the receiving end I'm really sorry. Hopefully I'll continue to feel better until the next round of chemo and be back to my charming self!