First Day of Chemo
I've been wanting to post in this group just to introduce myself and have a look over some previous posts, but I feel this has been the first time I have really been able to stop and think about tomo...
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Hey Linda, it is so daunting starting chemo, especially when we are told all about the nasty side effects. I have just finished 6 rounds last Thursday . It feels so good to have it done. My chemo was different, I had FEC and docetaxol ( spelling? ).
I'm 43 and have two kids 11 and 15. So I can completely understand you wanting to be well for them . I managed chemo fairly well and worked throughout. It really helped my headspace. But I was lucky to have a supportive work place. I have literally just had a few days off to manage with these last symptoms. But be rest assured you will have days of feeling well and then getting back to normal. Before you know it chemo will be over!
With head gear , I bought some stuff from headcovers , a site in the US. I found they had a great selection and they were not too expensive. I shaved my head about 14 days after my first chemo and it was a very liberating experience. I must admit, I'm longing for my hair to grow back, which it is slowly starting to.
Any way, good luck for your first chemo, it will be fine and you will get through! Xx