Knowing there's a light somewhere

thank you for your advise into this part of my chemo, i go back tomorrow to start this stage

ive had a bad run this time with breathing problems ,

im trying to take each day as it comes, some days better than others,  good advise n the honey i hadnt thought of that

thank you once again

hugs xxxx

We are all different in how our bodies react to the different chemo drugs. I had a fairly easy time on FEC and a bit more trouble with Docetaxel. But other ladies on here have breezed through Docetaxel. The only thing to do is to have some medications ready in case you need them. Something for constipation, something for pain and some manuka honey for your throat (the sore throat seems to be a common issue for most of us). I did not have any nausea with this drug so that was the good bit for me. It can be difficult for family and friends to understand how you are feeling and I think also that our emotions are affected by the drugs so this can make it difficult too. This network was my lifeline while I was on Chemo. I would read about other people's situations and realize that you do get through things and come out the other side of the tunnel and that what I was feeling was fairly normal considering! The best piece of advice I got was to take it one step at a time. Sometimes it is best to just look at getting through the next day or the next couple of hours even. Every day is another day closer to finishing and recovering. Please let us know how you go and use this network to talk with others who are or have been in your shoes. Take care and good luck with Docetaxel. Maybe this drug will be easier then FEC for you. Deanne xxx

hello ladies it is so nice to find so many here are careing and lovely

im finding its a long lonely road while on the phone family and freinds are wonderful but on visits its harder for them

i go onto a new chemo drug next week and an quite scared of the side effects

drug is doxetaxel i have already have had breathing difficulties with the FEC

mainly on the last administraion of chemo

if anyonehas any advise it will be appreciated

love to you all your courage and strenth is admired

jeanniel

hello ladies it is so nice to find so many here are careing and lovely

im finding its a long lonely road while on the phone family and freinds are wonderful but on visits its harder for them

i go onto a new chemo drug next week and an quite scared of the side effects

drug is doxetaxel i have already have had breathing difficulties with the FEC

mainly on the last administraion of chemo

if anyonehas any advise it will be appreciated

love to you all your courage and strenth is admired

jeanniel

I hope your trip is everything you wish and MORE! I don't know if I could ever endure what you have!You are amazing,and such an inspiration .I hope you keep in touch,because great stories like this are needed on this network.i think you should submit this story to be put in the Beacon.All the best .xoxoRobyn. Big hug,and one for your husband too;)

Oh Christine all mine seems so minor I wish you love the strength astounds me Enjoy your trip keep us posted Ladies you light is a powerful thing is dark times I thank you

Oh Christine all mine seems so minor I wish you love the strength astounds me Enjoy your trip keep us posted Ladies you light is a powerful thing is dark times I thank you

Oh Christine all mine seems so minor I wish you love the strength astounds me Enjoy your trip keep us posted Ladies you light is a powerful thing is dark times I thank you

Your strength and courage brought tears to my eyes.  Our diagnosis is enough to deal with, let alone cope with your husband's accident and aftermath, and then your daughter's diagnosis and surgery. You are an amazing wife and mother, and an inspiration to the rest of us.

The trip away in your caravan deserves to be the best break ever for you and your husband.  Know that there are sisters here who care, and can give you cyber hugs whenever you need them.

Keep in touch and let us know how you are going.  Big hug,  Michelle xxx