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ccasper
ccasper Dragonfly Posts: 190
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Hi all
Its been a while since I have posted but I have 5 rads left until I finish my treatment. I'm hoping to start work in about two weeks only on a casual basis. Basically just looking for tips on how adjusting to life as a new normal or again? 
I have continued to exercise through rads so not really having much fatigue just some really affected skin.
also, any tips on healing post rads?

oh and I had my first haircut on Tuesday. Crazy how quick its growing. Hope everyone is going well xx

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  • primek
    primek Member Posts: 5,392 ✭
    edited April 2017
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    My tips are ...don't be surprised at how tired you might feel. Consider doing shorter shifts. Try to have a mid week break if you can. Accept you may need a short nap before you tackle evening chores like meals. Try to get adequate sleep. If you get overtired don't be surprised if teary. Can be a 2 step forward and 1 back kinda thing. Hope all goes well. Hair looks fabulous. I'm envious as mine is silver curls. 
  • ccasper
    ccasper Dragonfly Posts: 190
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    @primek thank you. Being a teacher I can only do school hours but planning on only doing 2-3 days a week. My hair is straightened in this pic. It was very curly and got some of the curls trimmed. Hope you are well x
  • primek
    primek Member Posts: 5,392 ✭
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    Lol. I need my hair just a bit longer to straighten the front. I don't think I could grab the curl with a flat iron it's so tight. My cowlick doesn't help.  It's  terribly dry though. Yes. ..progressing well in recovery and back now 4 days a week. 
  • fairydust
    fairydust Member Posts: 290 ✭
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    Hi ccasper ,I finished rads five weeks ago... My energy levels are low but are picking up. I also experienced being teary  several times. I thought it was just me but have met others that the same thing has happened. My skin is still peeling and regenerating on  my breast.
      I would suggest starting on 2 days a week if you have a choice and then building up. I feel fine but am always underestimating what I can do.
  • ccasper
    ccasper Dragonfly Posts: 190
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    Thanks @fairydust I think two days is enough when I have an almost two year old as well. Glad you are getting more energy xx
  • socoda
    socoda Member Posts: 1,767 ✭
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    Hi Carly @ccasper , your hair looks fantastic!!!! Not long to go now to finish - woohoo!!!! All the best. Xx

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