First cycle of chemo

Hi Maria, I had TC and finished my 4 cycles at the end of March. My cancer was 21mm and invasive ductal with no nodes involved. The chemo wasn't too bad. I had similar symptoms as those already mentioned above. I was more worried about the first cycle as I didn't know what to expect. I took all the different things prescribed, as the Dr said it is easier to prevent nausea than to treat it. I found the 4th to the 6th days the worst due to the aches and pains, but learnt that panadol Every 4 hours really helped that. Day 4 was my blob day. It was also a Sunday, and I would stay on the lounge most of the time. I alao found that eating tended to lessen the nausea, a bit like it was with morning sickness. By week 3, when all side effects seemed to be gone, another one would arise, and this was weeping eyes. They were actually really dry, and this caused me to tear up. Refresh liquigel drops were very soothing. They are a bit thicker than the normal artificial tears, and you buy them over the counter at the chemist. I also found the Biotene mouth products good. One other thing that I discovered at the very end, was that the lime and lemon flavoured clear mineral water in the pump packs were delicious. To me water tasted horrible during chemo, but this mineral water was refreshing and seemed to hide the awful metallic tasting water that chemo creates. Good luck with everything. The time does go quickly, and my hair is returning and it is very curly. Love Chris xx