my TNBC was removed via lumpectomy and luckily margin and 2 lymph nodes all clear and surgeon was happy
oncologist has set me 4 x EC followed by 12 pax and carb for 12 weeks followed by scan and 5 radiotherapy this is all for a mop up ! And to help non reoccurring.
first round of EC was like an overdose and violently sick which led to dehydration and rushed to hospital, second round reduced it no sick but feel sick constantly and weak been bed bound for 6 days ! Feel helpless and taking its toll on my family , I just don’t know where to turn …
Collkaa please phone the 24 hour breast nurse line. They will look at your notes on computer and will advise what you need etc. you don’t need to be suffering like that and you might become dehydrated if your not drinking enough. There are good drugs available to keep you going through this . Take care
Hi, so sorry to hear of your reactions, that's tough. As well as calling your breast case nurse, I'd suggest you also get a call in with your oncologist to see if they want to change anything about your dose. Best of luck
I vomited and was hospitalised for my first EC and they gave me stronger anyi sickness pills after that but I still felt sick for a week. I found first week pretty horrible and after that first time, I made sure I took it easy for the first few days.
I found docetaxel much worse and my oncologist reduced the dosage for the final doses, which did help.
They didn't like that I couldn't get off the sofa for 10 days, they said that was too long.
Hopefully if you let your oncologist know, they can talk you through reducing your dosage. I had chemo before surgery and still got signifi ant shrinkage on the reduced dose.
Whatever cancer throws your way, we’re right there with you.
We’re here to provide physical, financial and emotional support.
© Macmillan Cancer Support 2025 © Macmillan Cancer Support, registered charity in England and Wales (261017), Scotland (SC039907) and the Isle of Man (604). Also operating in Northern Ireland. A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number 2400969. Isle of Man company number 4694F. Registered office: 3rd Floor, Bronze Building, The Forge, 105 Sumner Street, London, SE1 9HZ. VAT no: 668265007