Hi I had my first EC chemo on Tuesday and am struggling today. My husband isn't coping and is getting angry with the kids. I know he has a lot to do. I feel awful, didn't expect this first cycle. I tried to work but nausea, tiredness ,brain fog made it so hard. Today I am tired and nausea and feel I am wasting time doing nothing. There is such a long way to go yet and so many more treatments to come. Will the side effects get worse each time? Not sure how to get through this
Hi. Sorry you’re not feeling well
i have just finished my second round of EC. it was better for me the 2nd infusion. I had leg aches so couldn’t walk as much. But after a week. Symptoms calm down. Walks can be helpful.
and just trying to be active. If that helps after a week of treatment.
It is hard. Also yoga helps to keep calm. Chemo can cause you to over think too much.
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