Feeling rubbish on paclitaxel

Hi Dee Dee

Thank you for your post. I'm sorry to hear that Paclitaxel is affecting you badly.

I had a similar experience with it last year. I also had 4 rounds of EC. My side effects from EC were debilitating. But with Paclitaxel, I found I had many side effects all of which you listed and then some! Each one by itself was not so debilitating but all together,  were a nightmare and really affected my quality of life. I too found my mood was affected.

In encouragement, I  can only say be very kind to yourself in this time. Share how you're feeling with people in your life or on here. Tell your medical team about all side effects,  some can be treated. I know it's hard but when you can, keep up with any of your personal feel good activities. 

When all else fails, cross off the days and weeks of treatment already achieved on the calendar!

You will come to the end of this and your side effects will recede. 

Sending you all the hugs, Shaka

Oh I'm so sorry you're having such a tough time. Have you spoken to your Oncology Team about this.  They might be able to reduce dose slightly. Also please don't beat yourself up about staying in bed or feeling down - you're going thru the most horrendous journey imaginable and you will get thru it. You're another day closer to the finish line, that's what I tell myself every day. Take care and if you need a chat thru night give me a message x

Sorry to hear this.  I felt OK until the 9th session.  Have you told the nurses?  They might be able to lower the dose. Best wishes! xxx