Tc Chemotherapy- advice needed

Question

Hi Everyone,
Im just wondering if anyone can give me some advice.I am due to start Tc Chemo this wednesday.But have read that they usually give you steriod treatment before hand?.I dont have another medical oncologist appointment until that same day &amp; have not had this organized or even mentioned to me.I am wondering if I should be contacting the hospital tomorrow to have them look into it and possibly organize this steroid treatment.
Any advice would be appreciated

robyn_w · Answer

Don't worry.I have my 4th chemo tomorrow.Steroids are given when you get there,and you will be given a script for tablets to take for 2 days after chemo.At least that is how I do it.The steroid is just a tablet called Dexamethasone.All the best.xoxoRobyn

robyn_w · Answer

Don't worry.I have my 4th chemo tomorrow.Steroids are given when you get there,and you will be given a script for tablets to take for 2 days after chemo.At least that is how I do it.The steroid is just a tablet called Dexamethasone.All the best.xoxoRobyn

chrisy · Answer

I was told the Steriods were put in with the Chemo to stop the vomiting. Unfortunately I put on weight as I did not get sick. Also had a bad reaction to fenergin which they put in with Chemo mix. Check with your doctor as to what they are putting in your body,&nbsp;they can give you a list. They will try it all first and you must tell them if your body is reacting badly they can change the cocktail that they put in. Ask the nurses. It is important that you know what is going into your body and they are happy to assist. I found them to be gentle Angels.

chrisy · Answer

I was told the Steriods were put in with the Chemo to stop the vomiting. Unfortunately I put on weight as I did not get sick. Also had a bad reaction to fenergin which they put in with Chemo mix. Check with your doctor as to what they are putting in your body,&nbsp;they can give you a list. They will try it all first and you must tell them if your body is reacting badly they can change the cocktail that they put in. Ask the nurses. It is important that you know what is going into your body and they are happy to assist. I found them to be gentle Angels.

debannb · Answer

Thanks Chrisy...its good to know..and yes I will ask...all this advice is great...thank you everyone

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