My first week of treatment for AC; Monday started with 6 hours at Chemotherapy with Cisplatin given intravenously. This went a lot better than expected, and fortunately no side effects. The nurse there was fantastic arranged a urine test as I have been experiencing blood in my urine - had an infection so 7 days of antibiotics added to my growing list of tablets - given my Casecitabine tablets (3 tablets twice a day Mon-Fri), Dexamethasone (4 tablets each morning for 3 days) and Olanzapine (1 tablet for 3 days).
Then off to Radiotherapy which again went smoothly. Given an updated treatment plan which includes a weekly review with nurse, a weekly complimentary foot massage (well received) and a weekly blood test.
No radiotherapy on Wednesday as I had my liver biopsy (EUS with FNA); now the anxious wait for the results.
All was going well until Friday hit a low day, constipation had kicked in and despite an enema and spending a few hours waiting, no bowel movement resulted in not receiving the radiotherapy. Sent home with a box of Laxido powders.
This morning I have never been so happy to have had some bowel movement.
Onwards and Upwards; stay positive.
Hi JustJ40d64b ,
It’s good to hear you’ve got week 1 under your belt. Once you’re in the routine & you know what’s to be expected from your daily appointments you begin to feel a little more in control don’t you think?
I hope you don’t have to wait too long for your liver results & that the news is good.
I took Laxido throughout my treatment & due to anal stenosis for 3 years post treatment! It was my best friend! There’s nothing worse than constipation during & after this treatment.
Wishing you lots of luck for week 2.
Nicola
