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pacwood
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15 years ago

Chemo begins.

I have been so slack updating!

Fast forward to today and I had round one of 6 chemo's last Tuesday. The process of the chemo was not so bad. I was shocked at the size of the local cancer care centre. We live in a rural area and have to travel about 60 km for treatment. When I arrived there was one patient plus me. When I left the place was full. Shocking and scary.

My week after chemo has been quite good. No vomiting thank god! A little nausea and LOTS of tiredness! It is over whelming how much sleep I did.

Today we had a follow up with the oncologist and he was happy with the meds he has prescribed for managing the side effects. 

I also met with the radiation oncologist who will commence treatment  once the chemo is finished. If all goes to plan I should be treatment free 4 days before christmas. YAY

Emotionally, mentally and physically strong.

 

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  • w_w_w_dette's avatar
    w_w_w_dette
    Member
    15 years ago

    So pleased to hear that your positive approach has indeed resulted in a relatively good first week after your chemo. That sleep is a magical thing eh!!! I hope the next couple of weeks before dose 2 continue as well and I'm sure you'll actually start to feel even better and more positive.

    Your treatment map sounds very similar to mine - if my bloods behave and i can start radiation on time in November, I will also finish (except for hormone) in time for Christmas.

    Thinking of you as you stay strong. Dettexx

    PS Love your profile pic.