Having chemo number 4 on Wednesday and i can honestly say that after the stories ive heard of how i may feel with some side effects but my only side effects are acne all over my body il take that all day long
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Good to hear that you are doing well so fare and yes, Fatigue can indeed accumulate over cycles.
Can I direct you to this link to our very supportive Bowel (colon and rectum) cancer group as this will open up your concerns to a wider audience who know exactly what you are going through at the moment.
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So true still trying to get my head around it x
Hi again Davie, both my Stem Cell Transplants and a large part of my Radiotherapy was done down at The Beatson. Stayed in the Stem Cell Unit for a total of 8 weeks with many nights in The Pond.
Great place with great people.
Most definitely
well I suppose 8 weeks in Hospital the pond would certainly make the stay more appealing
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