I'm a driving instructor -General work advice.

Hi Sarah - I haven’t worked since I started my chemo - my oncologist suggested most of his patients didn’t throughout their treatments.

My chemo has happened every 3 weeks - my first week I would be resting as I found if I was too energetic I would wear myself out - I also couldn’t concentrate so didn’t feel safe to drive.  The 2nd week is when my immunity is at it’s lowest so was advised to be safe so wore a mask if I popped to the shops.  My third week has been filled with appointments and the next chemo session.

As I had a picc-line fitted, I have needed to visit my hospital each week for a clean and flush - I can’t comment about what happens if you have a port instead though I think you have more freedom.

I’m nearly finished with the chemo but my last two infusions have each been delayed for a week due to my blood levels being too low so that’s changed my plans for a big family get together during Christmas.

I hope you manage to fathom out what to do work wise.

Best wishes, Joules