Started chemotherapy

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Hi had my 1st chemotherapy session on the 6th January.  Managed the cold cap. I have another 3  cycles on one chemotherapy drug every 3 weeks  then switch over to another one for 12 weeks every week. Got a long road ahead, bit daunting then I think of it too much but trying to focus on one cycle at a time. Had some stomach issues, tummy ache, bit gassy and wind build up. They pack u off after each session with additional meds to take. I also had to have an injection 2nd day after chemotherapy which the nurses show u how to do it at home. This is to build white cells to fight off infections. Think this may b a regular thing after each cycle.  Managed it ok.  Not easy for any of us to go through.  The nurses were nice, came round with sandwiches and teas Tea. Quite alot of people recieved treatment in the time i was there. We r all going through it was  reassuring that I was not alone . 

  • Sounds like it’s going well! It feels like a long road now but you’ll be amazed how quickly it passes. Just think, in less than 6 months it will be done!

    Good luck x