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Hi Robyn, what would we do without our mums they are a god send, terrific support, I have got through chemo pretty good I think, been lucky compared to what other people has had to put up with, it's the end result which we all crave, just another part of the journey for our future, wishing you well in your treatment hope it all goes well for you take care. 

Glynnis xx

You ladies are lucky you have your mums

Hi Karen,

I am taking my husband with me the first time & have a wonderful family to support me, I too am finding that I can't concentrate on much either..Thanks for the hint of the shawl will definitely take one with me as well as drink bottle etc. I have been told to drink 2ltrs. of water the day before, during, & after so will also do this. Not looking forward to it very scared but it is the next step in the journey..

All the best, take care

Robyn xx

Hi Robyn,

All the best for next week.  I think I'm having the similar chemo to you. Next week I complete my 4th cycle of AC treatment at the local public hospital (it was 3 weeks apart). The nausea didn't come on til day 3 (when the wonderful emend tablet had worn off).  The nurses gave me a mixture of pills to take after, & and I kept up the maxalon 4 times a day for about a week.

 I have always had a support person with me, first time was my hubby and other times were a rotation of friends. I would take a drink bottle, my favourite shawl, magazine, book.  I found the time flew, nurses were entertaining and knew how to allay my fears. A lovely tea lady would visit regularly with sandwiches, cakes tea, jelly etc I found I couldn't concentrate on much. The nurses run extra fluid into your vein so you do feel cool. Ask  for an extra blanket if needed.  That's why I take my shawl/throw.

All the best with the treatment.

Karen xx

Hi Glynnis, My mum is coming along with me as well she is 82 got love our mum's my has been so strong with her support she is a blessing. I am sure chemo is not the MONSTER, I have created in my head & I WILL get through this & come out the other side thank you for your encouragement. Take care

Robyn xx 

Hi Sonya, It is great to hear about your experience, I am taking my husband with me & my daughter in law as well she is a great support, also going to look good feel better program on Monday.. Would love to hear how you are going on journey keep me updated hope it all goes well & not too many side affects for you. I think we are all more courageous than we give ourselves credit for..take care

Warm Hugs

Robyn

Hi Robyn-Lee, I'm currently doing taxol once a week, I have my iPad with me to play games and my 81 year old mum comes down the day before to stay the night and come to chemo with me every Monday, mum doesn't want me in chemo on my own  love her to bits, other than chatting to mum I chat to the nurses whom are absolutely wonderful and it's always busy do I just watch what's going on I find the time hoes quickly, good luck with it all, take care, Glynnis xx

Hi Robyn 

I had my first chemo session today,  I had 2 wonderful ladies with me today,  my daughter in law and my besty.  It made the day go so quickly,  the first cycle usually takes the longest as they start you off slow to monitor for reactions etc.  They give you pre medications to prevent the nasty side effects and also meds on the day.  Stay calm,  the staff know what they are doing and I'm sure they are all beautiful people working in this field. I am at home now and still feel great.  They tell me in a couple of days things could start to decline but have given me meds to help and assure me they are just a phone call away even after hours.  Definitely take someone with you if possible.  Make sure you hook up with the 'Look good feel better program. I'm going on the 8th September,  helps you prepare for issues with  skin,  hair loss etc you  will encounter along the way.  Sounds helpful to me . Try not to stress too much.  All the very best,  hope all goes smoothly, you can do this.  Hugs and courageous thoughts for you 

Sonya ??????

Hi Karen, Thank you for your suggestions, I thought I would feel side affects straight away so good to know that they don't kick in straight away, so that I don't think I have got away with it.

Take care

Robyn

Hi Maureen,

It is good to know that it maybe cold as I am a bit of a frog yes I think I will go with mags & a colouring book ,pencils.

Robyn xx