Chemo pump

sending you a hug phil, i have no experience with chemo pumps. Best of luck friend, we will be thinking of you. let us know how you get on x

Hi Phil. The pump is similar in size to a baby's bottle. They normally give you a pouch to fit on a belt to keep it in. You have it for a week and cannot take it off. Fun working out how you get your clothes on. I passed the bottle through my sleeve. The drugs are usually 5FU/MMC (fluorouracil and mitomycin) . The chemo is to help the radiation work more efficiently. Administered very slowly over the week so side effects should be minimum. I had no problems with it. Sleeping can be a bit awkward. I tried different positions but found wearing the pouch on a belt on my belly gave me the best movement option. You soon get used to it and can carry on as normal as long as no vigorous exercise. I hope it goes well. Best wishes.

Hi Rily thanks for the information it's a big help. take care Phil. 

Hello Phil, Rily’s synopsis is absolutely superb. I had similar a few years ago and managed it well. No pain or discomfort just a little awkward with regard to dressing and sleeping but nothing to be concerned about. My problem was no golf for a week! Good luck, stay well.

1. Hi Gariv thank you take care Phil. 

Hope it goes well mate can't help but I'm here for you like everyone is always here for me. Fingers crossed bud.