Hi All Just a update i have had my picc line inserted today better than I thought it was going to be . I sit normal after its done and i am home to get a very slight dull feeling in the chest on the same side as picc line
First Chemo tomorrow I've said before i am a bit concerned but its another bridge to cross . I know i can rely on the group to help me with advice and support. stay strong everyone and you are all in my thoughts
Hi Nic nac, how's things going Pal. Hope you're coping ok.
Just thought I'd let you know the hospitals been on. As well as going for an introduction to chemo and ward thing tomorrow, I now have an appointment for picc line Thursday and chemo start Friday..... Hooray! Some proper treatment at last, 85 days in.
Regards Geo
Had the hospital ring back to say they were moving my pic line fitting to Friday morning, same day as chemo. Makes complete sense to me. I suggested it when they first rang and was told it's not possible as picc line needs to have been in 24 hours before chemo. Apparently not.
Also got contrast CT scan booking tomorrow at Burton hospital after appointment at Derby. Works for me. The changes have cut my journeys from four to two. Now that's a bit more joined up...
Hi mate!! Good news you’re finally getting somewhere!! Sounds like you’re having an extra scan thrown in!!!
The chemo doesn’t seem to cause many effects instantly for me, it seems to take a few days. I had 4th round Thursday and only started to really feel effects yesterday and today. Mainly tired and fuzzy head. And pins and needles/ tingling from cold.
and lots of farting for some reason??
AdeG
My side effects normally come Tuesday Wednesday after Chemo on Friday
But some reason started a bit earlier than normal cold effect getting worse ,feel bit of flu symptoms but nothing like full on flu
Going to loo a bit more than usual but other than that all are mangerable
Nic nac
Hi Ade,
It was the oncologist who arranged another CT scan. He said that it was a long time from march to now and he'd like another as a comparison.
Thanks for sharing how the chemo is affecting you. Lots of farting sounds normal for me...
When do you get to know when your operation will be?
Best regards Geo.
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