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kayep
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12 years ago

Start Chemo Tomorrow

Hi Everyone

Start chemo tomorrow, I have read to drink Ginger Beer while im there is there anything else i should know?

And if anyone has any suggestions on exercises for my arm. I have been doing the exercises the physio lady gave me but its been three weeks know and still cant lift my up properly.

 

Thanks

Kaye

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  • Chrisy's avatar
    Chrisy
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    12 years ago

    Surgery and Chemo take time and patience to get over. Depending on how much Chemo and how big the sugery. Be patient with yourself, give yourself time to heal. During the Chemo I felt ok one minute then weak and trembling the next. Rest when you have to. Everyone says its a journey and that it certainly is. Your body will let you know when it needs rest be kind to yourself. Love Chris.

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    Chrisy
    Member
    12 years ago

    Surgery and Chemo take time and patience to get over. Depending on how much Chemo and how big the sugery. Be patient with yourself, give yourself time to heal. During the Chemo I felt ok one minute then weak and trembling the next. Rest when you have to. Everyone says its a journey and that it certainly is. Your body will let you know when it needs rest be kind to yourself. Love Chris.

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    Robyn_W
    Member
    12 years ago
    I am having my 4th chemo tomorrow.I don't drink ginger beer,but I make sure I drink at least 2 litres of water on chemo day,and 3 litres for 2 days after to flush the drug out of your system.Eat a light meal before chemo,and take some snacks to have during it. I always get hungry .Sandwiches,nuts etc.I am 10 weeks today past my surgery,and my arm has full movement,so I count myself very lucky.The one exercise,that I did literally dozens of times a day in the beginning,and still do now,is the one where you stand side on to a wall,and walk your fingers up the wall as far as you can.Then hold and count to 5,then walk them back down again.The aim is to get your arm straight up.It is a great exercise to do in the shower with hot water running on your back.All the best for your chemo.Dont worry too much about it,just go with however you feel.Keep in touch and let us know how you are. Hug xoxox Robyn