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Estherch
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8 years ago

Post first chemo

hi ladies
i had my first chemo treatment (ac) on Monday. I was ok Tues and had nausea Wed/Thurs. today (sat) I feel terrible - exhausted, emotional. I can hardly get up and I’m really scared of feeling like this. I’m used to feeling energetic and positive - and I feel the opposite. Is this normal? Is there anything I can do to make myself feel better? I was warned that I might feel flat because of the steroids I’d been given. I’d love to hear about other people’s experiences of chemo side effects and how long they last. Thank you. 
  • Oh @Estherch, it is awful the first week or so after infusion. Most of us do slowly start feeling better each day after this. It will pass. Drink lots, rest when you need and try some gentle exercise each day if you can manage it. Day 4 can certainly be a slump as the power of the steroid wears off, but you will feel better soon. If you don't then let your team know. Take care xxx