Hi all
I’m new - just had first dose ECT chemo a week ago. I have reacted quite badly with EXTREME fatigue. I could barely speak a couple of days ago and still very weak. Is this normal? Im absolutely dreang the next bout. I’m being seen in clinic before next lot as I’ve been so poorly. I just wondered if anyone else had this experience and what happened?
Hi Regs, I had EC-T. Whilst I felt tired I didn’t have extreme fatigue. I did feel very out of sorts and I called the emergency helpline. I was told what I was feeling was normal.
I would give the helpline a call and discuss everything. They will be able to run through everything and give you advice.
Try to drink plenty of water and eat little and often - a bit of something you enjoy. I didn’t worry about eating particularly healthy all the time.
It is hard going at times and everyone is unique and feels side effect differently.
Wishing you all the best.
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Hi Regs, everyone reacts differently to chemo. I coped ok with the EC but I was totally wiped out by the docetaxel. I found my bodies reaction was worse after first dose of docetaxel and although I didn’t feel great after the second and third dose it wasn’t as bad. Wishing you all the best with the rest of your treatment.
My dose was reduced because of a similar reaction. I don’t know about you, but there were three days in my cycle when I would not have been able to look after myself at home, and my family were worried about me. I could go to the toilet by myself, but that was all. Like you I could hardly speak.
the oncologist reduced my dose, and I know that this is an option for people.
I think it is really important to be honest and accurate when reporting side-effects. I hope you are listened to. X
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