Chemotherapy
HI, Finally saw the oncologis. Chemo begins in 10 days.
Adriamycin and cyclophosphamide every 2 weeks x 4 treatments
Paclitaxel and Herceptin weekly x 12 weeks
Herceptin every 3 weeks for 1 yea...
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Sorry to hear that you have to have chemo.I was so anxious when I had my first chemo that they gave me a calm you down pill.It helped so ask for it if you feel anxious.I wasn't too nauseous,just lost my appetite and food tasted weird. I found I could tolerate lemon cordial,lemonade iceblocks,vegie soup and crackers- couldn't drink water,tea or coffee.As for losing your hair,it starts falling out about day 10 after your first chemo.It's up to you whether you shave it or not.I just gave myself a very short bob cut when it first started to fallout.I guess I wanted to hold onto it. I found being bald very distressing,especially when it took so long to grow back.I mostly wore bandanas and caps cos my wig was soooo irritating.Sorry I spent so much on it really.Good luck in the coming weeks and jump on this site whenever you need to talk.
Tonya xx