Struggling, can’t stop crying. Feel like no light at the end of the tunnel!

I’m 2 days post infusion but v tired and fatigued. Worried I’m a little nauseous and my anti sickness tablets stop today. So worried about feeling really poorly and for how long?! Surely not the full 3 weeks?! X

I was advised by my oncology nurse that I could take the anti-sickness tablets for longer than needed, so worth calling them. I ended up taking them for 10 days x

Which were you on? I’ve only got 3 days of stronger one then a week of metaclop. Would they put more up for me to collect do you think if I’m nauseous after my last dose today? X

What are the stronger ones you ard on?

I was on metaclopramide for the first 4 days post EC (I was told I could take 4 rather than 3 a day when they weren't effective), then I moved to cyclizine on the 5th day, which I stopped needing on day 11. The nausea hasn't gone completely but, whilst it feels counterintuitive, nibbling on trusty crystallised ginger and plain crackers/biscuits as soon as I wake up and as needed during the day has really helped.

I have my 2nd EC next week and they have talked about another anti-sickness I can try (sorry, sure of the name of that) x

I’ve got 7 days metaclopramide and 3 days apprepitant (I’ve taken my last one this morning).

got an appointment next Friday as think I’ve felt another lump so really want to be well enough to go to it. X

Sounds like you are on a longer course than me, but worth contacting them to check if still nauseous, as it's really not nice is it!

Sending hugs and I'll keep everything crossed you can get to your appointment and get checked out xx

How long did the tiredness last? Did you have a period of feeling relatively well in between infusions? I’ve just been stuck in since Wednesday and it’s driving me mad but don’t feel up to anything other than a short walk!

Mother in law invited us for tea but not sure as there will be 4 people there though they are all currently well. Weighing up the pros and cons of infection risks vs emotional wellbeing! X

I had 12 weekly sessions of paclitaxel and was tired most of the time,  it got worse for the last 3 sessions. 4 weeks ater fnishing I am gradually recovering.  My legs are still wobbly though, so I walk with a stick.  But I can walk 2 miles now. xxx

Glad you are starting to feel better. 
did you have EC? how were you on that?

I found paclitaxel ok but struggling with EC and only had it on Wednesday- very fatigued/tired/weak and wobbly and light headed and also nauseous despite strongest anti sickness meds. Not sure if due to bad taste in my mouth though . It’s horrid and am hoping it won’t last the full 3 weeks! Need a break! X

Hi Monty45 - I'm due to start Docetaxel x 3 3 weeks apart next week after the same regime of EC. I found EC OK and have managed to carry on pretty well but am dreading the next 3 cycles. When you say you found it much harder can I ask in what way?