Hi Maggie
I was wondering how you were. Sorry to hear that 2nd chemo has affected you. Is there anything your bc nurses or onc can suggest for next time? Sounds like it’s a good idea to check out the homeopathy side of things as well though. I use ‘over the counter’ ones to help with all sorts of things so a specialist will be able to advise you in much more detail. Please share anything they think might be good for us all!
I’m feeling fine after 2nd FEC. I wasn’t quite so nauseous but still no energy for 4-5 days and have had some heartburn this time which made me feel as if I was nauseous if you get my meaning. I’ll ask for something to help that next time… However I was lucky enough to ‘bounce back’ after about day 6 so have been making the most of the good days. The hair is on it’s way out as it thinned in obvious places before my last chemo so I decided not to use the cold cap. It will all be gone in the next week or so I’m sure but I’m getting used to wearing my wig when I’m out and about and wearing headcovers around the house as I hate the fact it looks so awful. How is your hair doing?
Sounds like you are having a lovely time with your grandaughters I bet they are gorgeous. Hope the rest of your stay there is good and you get to be looked after as well.
I went to work yesterday for the morning and when I came home I slapped on the high factor and sat out for a bit - it was bliss! A lovely breeze and I stayed mainly in that shade of a big tree we have in the garden so kept cool as well as catching a few rays. I made sure I had my strawberries and ice cream though to get in the summer spirit!
Have a lovely week and keep in touch.
Nicky xx