It’s been a while since my last post, as I’ve been feeling quite drained of energy and ideas. However, I’m pleased to report that my health remains in excellent shape, and that’s a silver lining. Initially, I had planned to maintain the momentum of my success (breast tumour gone, remission in bones, and fabulous bloodwork) and commence another protocol on January 7th (Protocol 4). Unfortunately, just days before, I discovered I no longer had access to DON. For those just joining the conversation, DON is the Glutamine Inhibitor I am using to restrict the final fuel source from the cancer cell. The unavailability of this medication was a significant setback to my plans. My initial reaction involved an immediate death spiral of shock and disappointment.
But with acceptance came the realization that it’s not the end of the world, and I need to remain resilient. I decided to focus on maintaining low glucose levels, adhering to my diet, and continuing with hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) until the situation is resolved. Regrettably, the issue remains unresolved, but I’ve heard the product might become available again later in February. If anyone knows a synthetic chemist willing to produce a potentially life-saving, patent-free drug, please get in touch with me, as that could be the fastest route. There are alternative routes, but they involve government intervention, and obviously, I will have died of old age before anything meaningful happens. That was the route I first thought I would go.
Regarding my health routine, I’ve been diligently keeping up with HBOT, although I did miss a few appointments due to the snow and other commitments. In light of the absence of DON, I’ve decided to change my HBOT schedule to three regular days a week rather than every other day. Hopefully, this adjustment will make it feel less restrictive and allow me some time for strength training on the off days. I’ve noticed my muscles weakening, which was expected as I reduced my protein intake and ceased working out. “Do Nothing December” prevented me from regular workouts. January has followed a similar pattern as I continue to minimize my activities to avoid unnecessary stress and excitement that tend to raise my glucose levels.
The only relevant news pertains to a slight change in my bloodwork; things always go up and down a tad. It’s nothing major, but my Neutrophils are just under normal levels, still significantly higher than before and quite impressive. However, I won’t boast if they do not maintain their remarkable upward trend. Additionally, I noticed a slight uptick in my CA 15-3, which isn’t a positive sign, but it’s not particularly meaningful in isolation. My next Bone Scan has been scheduled for February 6th, and I received a requisition from the last doctor I visited for a private pay PET scan, which I am considering booking for mid-March. The CT scan, which the Cancer Clinic typically conducts, is not yet scheduled, but it should occur approximately a week after the Bone Scan, following the pattern from November.