FIrst Chemo Session in the morning

Hello @Flossy hoping all goes well with your first chemotherapy treatment.  It can be a bit daunting.  If you are worried about anything please ask your medical team, dont sit on it as it will worry your more.  Make sure to drink lots and have a thermometer at home.  Dont hesitate to call our helpline on 1800 500 258 if you would like to speak with a cancer nurse.  All the best.

@Flossy Take anti-nausea tablets proactively. Don't wait and let nausea take hold. Put yourself first and don't expect too much of yourself. Don't hesitate to call your oncology nurse with questions at any time. All the best with it. 

Best of luck @Flossy.

The first one is the pitts.  So many unknowns.  Do ask a lot of questions.  I chose no port and managed fine.  It's totally up to you.

xoxoxo

Thank you so much IRB_03😊

Hi Flossy, I'm 2&1/2 years out from active treatment. Like you, I'm a nurse & midwife. I had chemo before surgery, and started just a month after diagnosis. I think I was still numb. If you ever want to chat, feel free to pm me .

I had a port put in before chemo. I've always had crappy veins, so if the oncologist hadn't suggested it, it was going to be my first question. Best thing!!

Hope tomorrow goes without any hiccups. We can all live without those.

Thank you ladies 

Definitely discuss the option of a port. Good luck!

How you react is very variable. But the first two or three weeks will probably establish a pattern and that will help you plan. But till then, one day at a time. Good to have someone with you first time. You may like to have company or not throughout (I was happy on my own), and a port is worth discussing, especially if your veins are uncooperative. These choices are up to you entirely. You will be asked lots of questions before each treatment - always good to answer these honestly. It's not an exam, there are no right answers, knowing exactly how you are going will help your oncology nurses know if you need help with digestion, fatigue or anything else that may crop up. Best wishes

Take it one day at a time and rest if needed.