Well emotional week of being scared then realising it’s not so bad. I was so scared of the Chemo on Wednesdays ! The team looking after me are amazing ! Get tired quite quickly but still active, going on walks , housework etc
I’m not in any major pain yet. Still eating everything as normal. In fact probably enjoying my food too much. even had a glass of wine over the weekend!
I know side effects will kick in probably at the end of week 2 but I’m hopeful I can still cope with things as I’m doing so well.
all the advice from you guys in this group has been so great!
Hi Sam
Thanks for the update.
You sound more at peace with what’s happening and in a much better frame of mind. That’s important. It makes the trip easier. I’m glad we have been of some help.
Hang in there a day at a time and you’ll get there.
Best wishes.
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
Hi Sam
well done one week down. Yes good to keep everything as normal as you can for as long as you can. In my case week 3 , was when everything ramped up.
good luck in week 2
Hazel x
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Same here. Week 3 was when I really began to notice changes. I’m sure they’ve told you this Sam but make sure you keep your neck really well moisturised and drink plenty of fluids. I had quite painful burns by mid week 6 and wished I’d paid more attention!
Sage advice. Look after your neck. I used cetraben to moisturise and lots of aloe Vera in the car on the way home. I hardly burned.
Dani
Base of tongue cancer. T2N0M0 6 weeks Radiotherapy finished January 2019
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