Tag Archives: TAS 102

Why can’t some people just keep their mouths shut?

Posted on November 4, 2016 by Alan

The human condition amazes me. I don’t know why, but I’m still constantly floored by the compulsion so many people have to fill a silence with inane chatter that makes no sense.  Sure, maybe they are trying to “help,” but, … Continue reading →

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Getting Busy

Posted on September 19, 2016 by Alan

Hello! Last week I had my monthly follow up with the oncologist.  Unfortunately, my tumor markers have risen significantly and the results from my CT and ultrasound, both taken when I was recently in the hospital due to my blocked … Continue reading →

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This ‘n That

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Alan

Apparently, I’m not as young as I used to be. When visiting my oncologist last week to review recent blood tests and to discuss continuing to move forward with the TAS-102, she informed me that, contrary to what she has … Continue reading →

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Back to Work

Posted on July 22, 2016 by Alan

Good morning. Yesterday was my monthly follow up with the oncologist to see how the TAS-102 is working. In short, good news. Even though my tumor markers have shown a split decision, i.e. some down and some up, the doctor … Continue reading →

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Feeling pretty good…

Posted on July 6, 2016 by Alan

I’m halfway through the second week of this month’s cycle of TAS-102 and I’m feeling pretty good.  My sleep seems to be regulated, with only occasional pharmaceutical help.  My pain is much more under control, albeit with continued use of … Continue reading →

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Gratitude for the Mundane

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Alan

I’ve often written that any doctor’s appointment after which I am allowed to go home is a good one.  This past Sunday I got a call from my oncologist’s office to come in that morning (a regular work day here) … Continue reading →

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