Elspeth
12 years agoMember
first chemo
I had my first treatment yesterday and am wondering how I will feel over the next few days and weeks. It has been very overwhelming receiving so much literature and advice.
I'm looking forward to l...
Yes, I'm starting to realise you do need to get into a routine. After my second chemo on 3rd I feel ready for possible side effects but do not feel quite so tired this time, just a bit of reflux. Like you I had hair falling out by day 16 and hated it all over my shoulders! so started washing it at the basin and putting it straight into the rubbish bin, then going in the shower! Now I have very thin baby like hair but also have a wig which gives me confidence to go out in the community. The third week for me was great, I felt normal and quite energetic so that gave me the strength to go on. I have great support from friends and family although my sister is overseas and we talk on skype which is good. Thanks for your kind words.
Elspeth