Weight

My weight remained steady while on both paclitaxel and EC.

I was always weighed each time before having chemo as I believe the dose is calibrated to your weight. I'm sure if the chemo nurses were concerned they'd let you know. If mine was slightly higher one week and I commented they always said that they'd prefer me to gain weight rather than lose it while having treatment.

If you're concerned mention it to the chemo nurse when you next go.

Thank you, that’s good to know. Yes I guess it’s more healthy to put weight on than lose it so that’s a good point.

Hi

i had 3 EC followed by 3 Docetaxel from August to December last year.I put on 2 stone in weight! I think this was due to a combination of things, including steroids, less mobile as chemo knocked me about, and also I found I craved carbs. My body just wanted energy I guess. It is the case that they don’t want to see a weight loss from chemo. However I am pleased to say that since my chemo finished I have lost 32lbs. I walk an average of 4 miles a day and eat more sensibly. I am sure you will lose the extra weight when you finish.