Questions about chemo
Hi everyone. I am scheduled for my first cycle of TC chemo next week. I have a couple of questions. I am having a port inserted in the morning. The MO said they do this in radiology with ultrasound g...
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I agree with Robyn except I had ice gloves on my hands provided by the unit, and put packs of frozen peas on my toes during the Taxol infusions. My nails are really good. No ridges or blackening after 4 rounds of TC. Another lady I heard of, who couldn't get ice gloves did the same pea thing with her hands and it worked ok. I used to take a small eskie with all my frozen peas and icy poles to suck with me. I understand I looked weird. But it worked. I also swear by high MGO Manuka honey for preventing mouth and throat problems.
Our group had lunch with a lady who had used a cold cap and still had her hair. Hopefully she will see your blog and respond.
Good luck. It is doable but no picnic .... Keep up the nausea meds they prescribe.
Love. Julie