Hi, new and a bit worried

Per78 16 days ago

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Hi everyone, similar to some of the other comments on here I’ve recently been diagnosed with rectal cancer following a colonoscopy (3 actually!) following a general over 40s MOT.

Started 5 weeks of chemo and radiotherapy yesterday, so far so good but I’m worried the side effects will kick in before too long.

staying positive though- no sign of spread and hoping it all goes well. Happy to chat to anyone going through similar stuff.

Also, chemo tablets have given me a constant metallic taste- I know it’s only day 2 but it’s bugging me- any tips on how to deal with this?

100KT 16 days ago

Suck fruit boiled sweets or peppermints. Helps me also put slice of cucumber or fruit with water to help with the taste x

Per78 16 days ago in reply to 100KT

Thank you- I’ll try those!

Kareno62 16 days ago

I’ve seen Tangtastics recommended too!

Macmillan Support Line - 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week between 8am-8pm

Per78 16 days ago in reply to Kareno62

That’s even better- they’re my favourite!

RoseInTheSun 16 days ago

Not sure if you are already, but my husband has been downing a pint of water when he takes them and then immediately rinses with non alcoholic mouthwash. Just about to go into his 6th cycle of 9 days on 4 days off (3 tablets twice a day) and so far no real issues with his mouth from the tablets. He’s also started taking them half way through his breakfast/dinner to completely remove any left over taste.