My Journey on Paclitaxel

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  • Friday 8th March 9th day post 1st Paclitaxel

    Alison218
    Another great day today. Hubby took me out for the day, to the seaside. We went to Sidmouth, it was very cold and blustery, but it was great to walk along the seafront. I nearly lost my hat so tried to keep my hood up to stop it blowing off. We had a...

  • Thursday 7th March 8th day post 1st Paclitaxel

    Alison218
    Nothing really to report today, I have been nearly back to normal, just feeling a little tired. I still have my taste too. 

  • Wednesday 6th March 7th day post 1st Paclitaxel

    Alison218
    Had a great night's sleep, no pain at all. So hopefully that's it until the next cycle starts again. Only 3 more to go.  I have not needed any Metoclopramide at all so far which is fantastic. I have been taking regular Laxido because of ...

  • Tuesday 5th March 6th day post Paclitaxel Chemo

    Alison218
    I made sure I took paracetamol and codeine before my injection last night. It payed off as I only had a little discomfort, and actually had a good nights sleep. I  did a little bit of cooking today, as I had promised my dad I would bake him some...

  • Monday 4th March 5 days post 1st Paclitaxel Chemo

    Alison218
    My early night started with so much pain that I ended up calling the chemo weekend helpline, which is the cancer ward at my hospital. I have never cried with pain like I did lastnight. It literally felt like someone had jumped on my ankles and broken...
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