Time off work after radiotherapy

No words of wisdom from me, but just want to say that I was tired after RT, but not nearly as tired as I expected to be.

I can relate to your comments about the actual sessions, I think the staff are so well drilled it can seem obvious to them what comes next etc..... I recall have tears too. 

I had 15 sessions & was very tired when they finished & continue to be although finished about 10 weeks ago.

As you say be kind to yourself if you can afford to financially & take some time to relax & recover both mentally & physically.

Hope you feel better soon

Best wishes x

Hi, I had 5 sessions of radiotherapy too - thankfully although my lump was Grade 2, it was small and hadn’t spread to my lymph nodes. 

I would seriously consider taking some time off work if you can,  as any side effects you get will kick in in a few days - it’s about 2 weeks since my last session and although touch wood my skin has been ok, I have recently started with side effects of fatigue and tenderness in my breast and armpit. Also I’ve found emotionally that after weeks of hospital appointments, my brain is now catching up and have had some bouts of low mood and tearfulness.

Be kind to yourself and give your body and mind time to recover.

Thank RetroRose,

Im sad to hear youre intis group too and suffering but  pleased youve written back. Its almost I need reassurance that its ok to be off work. I work for the NHS so lucky enough to be able to have sick time and be paid. Its more the impact it has on your colleagues,  especially in a small team. Ive got to phone in Monday as to whether Im going back in Tues, but I probably wont now.

Thank you again and I hope you gain your strength soon..

Take care and best wishes..

Thank you Kitty1. Its just reassurance I guess from others that have been through the same rathervthan friends just saying it. If that makes sense. 

Look after yourself and very best wishes..

Thank you Sapphire.

Did you take time off then or carried on working?? 

I totally get your concern for your colleagues, I work for  a local authority and my workmates are having to cover for me and when I do go back it’ll likely be on a phased return.

Everyone is affected differently, but you have to do what’s right for you.

Sending a hug back - we will get through this! x

Well its been a while since I logged on, but my goodness, i'm so glad I took the week off. I'm unsure if actually I was as tired / fatigued as I expected but that could be cause I was off work. I hope all is well with you and thank you for your support..