Appointments

I have not been seeing my oncologist face to face during chemo, but she or one of the team calls me every 3 weeks to let me know whether I can go ahead with my next 21 day cycle (based on my blood test results). 
I don’t know what to expect about how much contact I will have with her once chemo is over. 

Hi Hedera

 thanks for replying .

I’ve had 3 EC and just had docetaxil then two left.

Been struggling.

 Hope u r ok xx

It is certainly a struggle isn’t it.  I don’t know about you but sometimes it feels completely rubbish and other times it feels more manageable, but overall it is very very testing xx

I think psychologically tough personally speaking.

I’ma nervous wreck.

Would you consider talking to the MacMillan support line - it might help? 
I have read that if we voice our fears it can take some of the power out of them.  I do find this to be true myself. Xx

Aw so sorry to hear that..it is worrying…

I paid a few visits to my local Maggie’s Centre - do you have one near you Jax? They are absolutely amazing there & so welcoming…you can just turn up & have a cuppa & a chat… or as Hedera says there is the MacMillan helpline too xx

there are also loads of Apps that show you breathing techniques etc too..x   I’m on no 5 of docetaxel tomorrow (out of 6).. then another scan on 19th so can see end of chemo tunnel and you will too before you know it!!

Sending you hugs!  

Unfortunately no Maggie’s near me. 
I’m going to have a chat with psychological service this week hopefully.

I managed to overcome my other mental health issues and then got diagnosed.

I’ve downloaded a relaxation /anti anxiety app which is really great at the moment. Try to do a guided relaxation every evening.

 Sending you hugs back xx

Yes talking helps. Find myself often struggling to find anyone to talk to as don’t want to upset or depress anyone.

Aw I’m sure they wouldn’t feel like that. ..& that’s why this forum is great so keep chatting on here too..x

is there anything specific that’s worrying you or is a general anxiety about it all?

General anxiety, fear, overthinking, mainly scared of spread recurrence. 
Had lots of reassurance from professionals but got myself into anxious state! 
I think it’s because I don’t like the feeling of lack of control over my body and life. Just going through hard patch emotionally.

 Sorry, I know we are all going through a hard time x