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TC Chemotherapy
Had Round 3 of TC chemo on Monday morning. Bone aches arrived like clockwork on Thursday night, but now on Friday, I seem to have lower back pain and hip pain for the first time as well. Is this normal? I have been walking 1.5 - 2 kms each day this week.
I am finding the variety, and variance, of side effects, to be weird. For example, Round 1, a little nausea, Round 2, a lot, Round 3, none so far.
I am finding the variety, and variance, of side effects, to be weird. For example, Round 1, a little nausea, Round 2, a lot, Round 3, none so far.
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- Thank you, yes I have a Breastcare Nurse and the nurses in the unit are great. I will be returning with lots of questions. Xx
- @AudB Glad you find the thread useful. Have you got a breastcare nurse? Mine was really helpful with all my chemo wonderings. And you can always ring the nurses in your chemo unit with a question or worry. Hang in there, the first is the worst so you're on your way now. K xox
- I had my first chemo last Friday and 5 more to go. I wish I had found this before. I have been constantly wondering if this is how I should be feeling. The pain in my knees is so bad but now I have read this is quite normal I will be taking the Endone ( although I hate the way it makes me drowsy ). The extreme lethergy is so debilitating!!! Thanks for all the tips.
- That's the way @Trikki2! And seriously, do the breathing thing, three deep breaths in, hold for a second and then out. It calms the nervous system. :* Kate xox
- Take it easy Trikki2. It's a necessary evil. We certainly wouldnt want the alternative. Everyone has a different experience and some experiences are shared as you can see. Whatever happens is only temporary and nails and hair regrow. A positive state of mind will be your best friend at this time. Live each day as normal as possible, and when it's a, feeling crappy day, make yourself comfy and ride the wave. I had mine 3 weeks apart and by the 4/5 day after chemo I felt my energy returning and I was once again in the land of the living. I had no idea what to expect except for the stories of heard. It turned out to be nothing like I imagined. I think a lot of it was to do with my attitude and Mantra of 'its not going to rob me of anything'. I hope your experience will be no worse than mine. We all have to be brave and some even braver. The chemo centres have lovely staff and you will be well looked after. You may be eligible for the cold cap which saves the hair to varying degrees. The cold mitts help with saving your nails. There is a lot of help available so enjoy your weekend and try not to fret. Take care.
- Thanks @kmakm thats so lovely of you. Yes i need to focus on the positives and build myself up. Thanks for the love xx
Trikki2 - @Trikki2 Keep your eyes on the prize lovely. They're giving it to you because they reckon it's the best one for you to mop up any random cells looking for a new home. You'll be OK, we'll hold your hand. Breathe and take it one day at a time. Big hug, Kate xox
- Omg so i have just read your posts. What a time you guys have had. I don't want to have this drug at all. Im pooping myself..im having 3 rounds. Omg omg
Trikki2 - Kiwi Angel. Everyday is another adventure.
- @Blondy it’s crazy how long it keeps affecting your body!!
