Grace to everyone,
Today marked my ninth chemotherapy and the third for this year. I am so glad that I have only 3 more to go. I am looking forward to the end of March, by then I would have completed the whole course of my treatment. Please continue to pray for me and may God continue to shower blessings on me.
My appetite worsened after my 8th chemotherapy. As a result, I lost 170g(61.3 to 59.6kg). Although my appetite for food dropped, I had increased lures for fresh air outside. Thus I embarked on frequent trips outdoors. I would go hiking and jungle trekking to breathe in the fresh air outside as well as to sweat it out. It was wonderful to enjoy the flora and fauna of our national parks and waterfalls. The simple task of gazing at the tiny fishes swimming in the shallow pools of water was a delight to me.
My oncologist reckoned that it was a good way of losing some of the toxics that have accumulated in my body. He now insists that I take 6 tablets a day for a fortnight unless there is a valid reason until my next chemotherapy after the Chinese New Year.
As usual, my youngest brother gave me a lift to the hospital on his way to work.
After registration, they conducted the mandatory blood test and other routine tests. Fortunately, my blood test was good enough for me to proceed with the treatment.
Before I checked in to my room, I had a consultation with my oncologist. Like the previous treatment, I was allocated a 4 bedded room(701/4) Orchid Ward but at a different building.
I know that this treatment would be very challenging, unexpected and uncertain. I have to endure a lot of side effects. I believe I can tolerate and conquer them with God's compassion and mercies. Please remember me in your prayers. Thank everyone.
With unconditional love,
James Oh
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