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Chemotherapy tips
I was diagnosed three weeks ago with two lumps in my right breast and had a lumpectomy last week. I was told this would be followed by just radiation but as it turns out I now have to have chemo too. ...
You are right about constipation being a problem on chemo. Although it doesn't effect every one. I prepare myself diet wise with what ever helps to ease the constipation before each chemo treatment. Pears , apples , prunes, lots of veggies. I still usually require Movicol for the first couple of days. Dental care is also important and having a check up before chemo is a good idea.