About to start chemotherapy...

Hi @SoldierCrab thread split

@Giovanna_BCNA
 could we split what might need split from this post into new ones 

Thanks 

Thanks sister

@megs04 It may be worth starting a new discussion because not everyone reads all of the posts so if the topic is slightly different, you've more chance of yours being seen.  The other point is that, down the track, it's easier to find if someone is searching.  We do all meander a bit, though.

It can be a bit tiring when you're trying to get on with things and people keep asking how you're feeling - they mean well but...  I didn't work during treatment but since I've gone back I've had to field quite a few questions.  You're unlikely to get away without the rumour mill going in to production and you want to have your boss and close colleagues on board in case you aren't managing at times.  My suggestion is to tell a work colleague who you are comfortable with and ask if he/she can spread the word and that you'd rather everyone didn't ask as you don't want to always be thinking about cancer.  I started a blog to update friends and family and also gave the link to those I work with.  But that's how I cope with things - I prefer things out in the open so I don't have to worry about keeping secrets.  I know that for others, the privacy is more important.

Hi all.  Sorry also to highjack but . This thread has  been amazing to read. So many of my questions have been answered. Im about ro start chemo in a week or so. Hoping to ger the port first 🤞massive needle phobia has developed over night.  So much great advice about hair. I have long hair im most stresed about everyone especially at work knowing ive got cancer because of my hair. And advice on what to say or how to manage my worry. Ps please let me know if i should start a new discussion