I was really looking forward to my third week post 2nd round chemo. I feel good physically and enjoying walking, swimming, photography and getting out of the house but I am struggling emotionally. This happened to me leading up to chemo treatment last time too. Does anyone else get like this before there next treatment. On arrival at hospital last time I was so upset I couldn't even tell the receptionist who I was. I was a complete blubbering mess. The nurses were great and looked after me very well even organized for psychologist to come and talk to me. I really want to pull myself together before tomorrow. I think I just feel incredibly lonely at this point in the cycle. Joy :(

I was a bit of an emotional wreck sometimes when I did chemo with my first diagnosis. I was also suffering badly with nausea post chemo. My Dr prescribed me the most amazing little pill. I took one the night before chemo, and one the morning and night of chemo and one the following night. It so helped my nausea, but the big plus it really helped me mentally. It's called larazipan I think. Apparently the more relaxed you are the less you suffer side effects. Hang in there. Paula x

Yes. I was given Ativan (lorezapam) just before my first chemo to help with the anxiety. Then was told to take it the morning before next session. I think this is the same medication they give to treat anxiety. Try asking for it, it may help you. My thoughts are with you, Cis

I was very emotional Joy,on and off,right through my chemo,and as you know,I love all the walking and getting out stuff too.I have thought hard about this,and I know for me,I am probably ok if I am doing stuff that I would usually enjoy.However,when I have to do pretty much anything that is related to my BC(not only chemo,but other medical appointments or perhaps shopping for more suitable clothes because I have one breast!!) I can get very upset very quickly.For instance,3 weeks ago on my way to my exercise class on the bus,I felt tears well up in my eyes,and I still don't really know why!As much as we have support around us,we are still somewhat alone in a sense.That is why I love this network so much.I think that staying connected on here,and also helping other ladies,is very therapeutic:) I hope that tomorrow goes ok Joy.It is just a process,so if you can,try to remember that there is an end to it,and you will feel better when it is over.Sending positive thoughts to you.Love Robyn xoxo

Do you have someone come with you to Chemo, Joy? I could not have gone along alone. I also found it got easier for me emotionally around no. 3 because I had developed a relationship of trust with my chemo nurse. I like the sound of the chill pill and it makes sense that the more relaxed you are the easier it will be side effect wise. I found it helped to have a reward weekend just before my next chemo. I went away for little mini breaks with friends and family. The first one I just stayed with friends with my hubby, the next one was with my parents and hubby (this helped to reassure my Mum and Dad that I really was doing ok) and the third was with my 2 daughters. It gave me something to look forward to and helped others to cope with what we were all going through. As much as you want to try to keep things normal it is a very stressful time for everyone and these breaks helped all of us to recharge the batteries and find some positives. Hope it goes ok. Take care. Deanne xxxxoooo

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Robyn_W
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I was very emotional Joy,on and off,right through my chemo,and as you know,I love all the walking and getting out stuff too.I have thought hard about this,and I know for me,I am probably ok if I am doing stuff that I would usually enjoy.However,when I have to do pretty much anything that is related to my BC(not only chemo,but other medical appointments or perhaps shopping for more suitable clothes because I have one breast!!) I can get very upset very quickly.For instance,3 weeks ago on my way to my exercise class on the bus,I felt tears well up in my eyes,and I still don't really know why!As much as we have support around us,we are still somewhat alone in a sense.That is why I love this network so much.I think that staying connected on here,and also helping other ladies,is very therapeutic:) I hope that tomorrow goes ok Joy.It is just a process,so if you can,try to remember that there is an end to it,and you will feel better when it is over.Sending positive thoughts to you.Love Robyn xoxo
c_yeo
Member
12 years ago
Yes. I was given Ativan (lorezapam) just before my first chemo to help with the anxiety. Then was told to take it the morning before next session. I think this is the same medication they give to treat anxiety. Try asking for it, it may help you.

My thoughts are with you,

Cis
c_yeo
Member
12 years ago
Yes. I was given Ativan (lorezapam) just before my first chemo to help with the anxiety. Then was told to take it the morning before next session. I think this is the same medication they give to treat anxiety. Try asking for it, it may help you.

My thoughts are with you,

Cis
mum2jj
Member
12 years ago
I was a bit of an emotional wreck sometimes when I did chemo with my first diagnosis. I was also suffering badly with nausea post chemo. My Dr prescribed me the most amazing little pill. I took one the night before chemo, and one the morning and night of chemo and one the following night. It so helped my nausea, but the big plus it really helped me mentally. It's called larazipan I think. Apparently the more relaxed you are the less you suffer side effects. Hang in there. Paula x

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