I have been on target therapy for 3 session but just had a short break before more treatment. I also.have a stoma. I am.so.low and feel.dreadful.every day. Suffering terribly with nausea so now I.eat very.little which worries me. I feel.so.unwell.I don't know if I can carry on with treatment . Any comments please ...I would be grateful
Hi Friday
Welcome to the forum . Can I ask if you have told the full extent of your side effects with your team ? There are several different anti sickness tablets and often people have mentioned having to move into different ones that are more effective .
Are you able to stay hydrated ?
Your Gp can also help you so that might be another Avenue in controlling the nauseating symptoms .
My mum had her dose reduced which helped her considerably. But the first year of treatment she did not disclose to her team the full extent of what she was suffering. She got better at feedback and letting them manage the side effects more effectively.
Our helpline staff may also have some hints . 0808 808 0000
Taks care ,
Court
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