Decisions Decisions!

This past Tuesday marked my sixth Sub-Q infusion which went really well and was the first of a new five day regime.  John now knows how to do all the record keeping during an infusion and has become my official secretary. Here is a picture of us at work:

 

After my infusion this week my Mom, John and I made a quick one day trip to Athens, OH to get things squared away before the school year begins. I met with the Dean of the COMS department, who was so sweet and helpful, but I left his office with a lot to think about! I am still overwhelmed with all of the decisions I need to make about school. Things like how many hours to take; to keep my major or switch to something else (COMS is great but it means lots of interacting with a class which could be tough on my body); making sure I feel comfortable, safe and clean doing my infusions in my house;  can I depend on someone to be with me during my infusions to make sure nothing serious goes wrong; can I keep my space germ free; and the list goes on and on. I know that I have to keep my health in mind when making the best decision for my future but it really puts a lot things on the table! Oye-Vay!

As if that's not enough going on, I picked up a bit of a bug in Athens and am sick sick sick today. Tossed and turned all of last night with coughing, congestion and a fever. Today my skin hurts and I feel extremely flu-like. Luckily I do an infusion this evening so hopefully that will give my immune system a boost! I've never done an infusion while being sick... I hope there won't be any side effects.

Sub Q #4 & #5

I have successfully completed two more Sub Q infusions since I've been on the blog.  Number 4 was done with the help of my little cousin Grace and my aunt Marybeth and Uncle Dix. Number 5 was done with my Canadian Aunt Cros and it was the best infusion so far! Here are some pictures:

(Here is Grace being very patient and observant as I start my infusion!)

(After I started the infusion she came over and touched the spots on my stomach -

She is so smart and was very sweet and curious through the whole thing.)

(Here is my Aunt Cros with me while I do my infusion)

Other news: I met with the immunologist last week and she wants me to do infusions every 5 days now! Although this seems like a hassle it will boost my antibodies faster and get me on the road to recovery as soon as possible.  Over all I can certainly see improvements in my day to day health. :)