chemo today

Hi Kester, You might find the first few days straight after chemo are pretty good, because the steroids (dexamethasone probably) and anti nausea meds that were given to you with your ac chemo are still in your system. By the weekend you might find yourself feeling more fatigued and dodgy in the tummy, so don't be afraid to take the anti nausea medications such as Stemetil or Maxalon if you were prescribed them, as they can stop you feeling the nausea in the first place if you think you will be prone to it, which will make it easier to keep your appetite up. Then over the following two weeks you gradually improve. That's how it was for me anyway.Oh and food will taste different so try extra spices and seasonings, and maybe try foods that you haven't had before, or thought you didn't like. As for hydration, if water becomes blurgh try mineral water or soda water, or ginger ale. Good luck, on tough days it is tough, on good days you can still feel like a champion, and on days when you need it, take a rest day. The proportions are different for everyone. Oh and keep up your mouthcare. I found carb soda in water was good, with an occasional salt water rinse. Jane