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sandyst
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13 years ago

THIRD CHEMO DONE - 4TH, AND LAST, COMING UP

My third chemo was on 8th November (my sons 31st birthday) and after some precautions so I wouldn't have a reaction like the second time, came thru it ok.....actually felt pretty good that night - BUT the last three weeks have been a rollercoaster of being ok and being crappy.....can be ok in the morning then fall in a big hole for a couple of hours then not too bad by early evening - like today......I'm due for my 4th AND LAST chemo this thursday and already stressing out about it as today hasn't been a good day.....stomache pains and just feeling YUK!!! i know I should feel relieved about it being the last one but am already dreading it....Is it usual to feel like this after 3 sessons of chemo and nearly 3 weeks after the last session???????..Also am seeing the radiation oncologist on wednesday so I'll find out all the ins and outs of that.... Tomorrow I am actually seeing a counsellor to have a talk about things as I'm still having trouble coming to terms with lots of things......I just need some coping skills to overcome some feelings that come over me..........hope she can help....

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    DaisyMac
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    13 years ago
    Hi Sandy, I'm so glad you had a positive connection with your counsellor. I believe she will be a great help to you. I see my counsellor once a week and each time I come away feeling a little stronger with some good coping strategies. But you know Sandy I really believe some days are just going to be complete "write-offs" and it's ok to cry and yell and feel depressed. I've been on this journey since the beginning of November last year and still having treatment- 3 weekly infusions of Herceptin and Tamoxifin and some days are still awful on so many levels! You've been on the cancer trip for only a few months so be gentle on yourself. You are allowed to feel awful and sad. But as I said earlier today - it will get better. It has for me and I pray it will for you. This is a great site and use it to complain any time you like. We all understand. Good luck with the surgeon on Friday, wow a long trip for you
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    sandyst
    Member
    13 years ago

    Thanks for your reply......Had my appointment with the counsellor this morning and she was great!!!! really a "get to know each other" session but have another meeting with her next Friday. She made it especially on Friday as I have an appointment that day to see the surgeon - 3 months after surgery - so she is good to see me on the same day as that appointment as it is a 100km round trip for me to get to the hospital. Feeling "not so bad" today but think my mental attitude after seeing "Mary" is better!!!!! I'm taking all the good vibes of people saying "it will get better" as I know it will but some days it can be hard to believe - ladies like you are very encouraging....thankyou very much......hope you are going well now...take gentle care....Sandy XOXO

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    DaisyMac
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hi Sandy, Don't think you are alone I felt exactly the same way about my last chemo cycle. My sister had to practically drag me to the hospital! Going to see a counsellor is a GREAT idea. I'm only sorry I waited to complete chemo and radio before I made an appointment. Luckily I have a fantastic GP who thought it would be positive part of my treatment plan. She was so right! My counsellor had breast cancer 15 years ago and understand the roller coaster ride of emotions that you are on with BC. It will get better. I wish you all the best..
  • DaisyMac's avatar
    DaisyMac
    Member
    13 years ago
    Hi Sandy, Don't think you are alone I felt exactly the same way about my last chemo cycle. My sister had to practically drag me to the hospital! Going to see a counsellor is a GREAT idea. I'm only sorry I waited to complete chemo and radio before I made an appointment. Luckily I have a fantastic GP who thought it would be positive part of my treatment plan. She was so right! My counsellor had breast cancer 15 years ago and understand the roller coaster ride of emotions that you are on with BC. It will get better. I wish you all the best..