Hi, I’m new to this group and have only just started chemotherapy. I’m experiencing strong bone and joint pain from the chemo and wondering if anyone could suggest ways to minimise this. I’m taking Panadol but it doesn’t cut through.
Im also doing the scalp cooling treatment. I’ve been advised to wash my hair only once a week. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to keep it looking fresh? It looks very greasy and bedraggled.
Thank you Tri. I’m still experiencing severe pain (6 days later). Hopefully the pain will be over soon
Dry shampoo is the the best eg Klorane is very gentle and a aersol spray . Or Moo Goo have a dry shampoo too, but it is a talc like/cornflour dispenser so have to rustle it into the roots.
(Don't worry if you decide to stop cold capping, its not for everyone , nothing wrong with the chop and a synthetic wig -it does grow back quite fast once this chemo is all over ,and I have heard cold cap can be quite painful and make chemo day so much longer. Glad you have the choice. Be kind to yourself. You have a lot going on.)
re pain- 'motion is lotion for the joints ' as the cancer rehab and prehab EPs keep saying- go for a walk on the days you can if you aren't atm.Or some gentle stretches . Stress/anxiety also makes pain worse. If you don't already , now is the time to practise meditation and mindfulness. It's science, not woo woo. A friend made me do it when i had chemo, so glad she nagged me to keep trying.
https://www.cancercouncil.com.au/cancer-information/living-well/complementary-therapies/podcast-meditation-and-relaxation/
Thanks Tri. The pain was so bad that I was nearly passing out. Apparently caused by Pegfilgrastim which forces the antibodies out of the bone marrow. I managed to get on to the hospital for stronger pain relief.
HiAnna25 So sorry you’re experiencing bone pain and joint pain. It can depend on the type of chemo you’re having… but I found foot massages and Panadol Osteo or Nuromol helped also elevating my feet. Sending you lots of positive vibes. It may sound counterintuitive but once I came off the more toxic chemo I found balance exercises and yoga strengthening for ankles and feet also made a difference for me.
