last treatment...

Mom had her last chemo treatment this week.
Her doctor said they will focus on "quality of life" issues from now on.
The cancer is not in remission.

I was not able to go to her appointment with her, but dad and sis did.
They both said mom is happy about not having any more treatments. I'm not sure if she really understands that this doesn't mean the cancer is gone.
But then again- She's a very sharp lady. And I know she's so tired of feeling bad.
I don't know if she'll be open to a second opinion at this point.

I have so many questions. I'm not sure I want all of the answers.

hanging on...

Since the wedding, mom has had two chemo treatments.
It has been the same routine.

She feels ok, then kind of bad, then really bad.
Then she needs blood, or platelets, or antibiotics.
Or all of the above..

And of course she can't have chemo.
In the meantime, her CA125 is back up again.

I'm starting to wonder if we need another opinion from another oncologist.
Or is this the way cancer treatment goes?

I know it will not be the same for everyone, but It seems if the treatment plan you are following is two steps forward and three steps back- Maybe it's time to look into another treatment plan.

Am I just being impatient?
I know my mother is losing patience.
I don't want her to lose hope...