Hi ive just had my first chemo about 10 days ago now. Although I'm started to feel better the tiredness is so overwhelming! Today I had a little walk and literally drained me. How do people cope and deal with it. I know everyone is different but I'm just amazed how long it takes to get back enegry levels. I only have a week and half before my next cycle
Hi Flowers22
Sorry to hear your feeling so tired following your first chemo, we are all so different but in general I think you do need to listen to your body and rest as much as possible. Having said that I did find that exercise really helped even though I never felt up to it!
Are you managing to eat well?
xx
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