Anyone due to start chemotherapy in September 2015

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Hi Scaredchelle I’m trying the cold cap I used it for my first fec and am now day 12 so far so good. The down side is how much longer you’re waiting around isn’t it? Oh and they said I had a odd shaped head!!! Tried lots of different sizes on!!! I’m being gentle with my hair washing every other day, I used to wash it every day, and not using products etc. Saying that I have a wig waiting so am prepared!!! Xxx

Hi ladies thanks for the information. I have not got a wig yet. I have been referred but have not heard anything. I have some headacarfs on there way xx

I have been given the go ahead for cycle 2 at a reduced dose and with injections for day 3-8. I am pleased about that. I am now on Omeprazole due to acid reflux. Having my head shaved tomorrow as hair almost gone now. So glad for cotton beanies and scarves. Keeping my fingers crossed that I get through this cycle with no problems. I didn’t want to try cold cap but all you ladies trying it have my admiration. xx

Good luck with your new regime Suzy. When is your next session x

Next session is Weds at 1pm. They have changed my anti sickness meds as well. Keep well TC. The third week is when you feel better. Hang on in there. xx

Can I just say that you ladies are Amazing. Always positive and supportive regardless of the crappy time you are all having yourselves.
Day 10. Still have hair. Still have tiredness. But I feel more ‘me’
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Hi scaredchelle, glad you feel more like yourself. Be careful not to overdo it because you feel well. You are getting there. xx suz

TC try omeprazole/lansoprazole it gets rid of acid same day.x

How are you doing today Sarah? Xxxx Hope everyone else has had a manageable day! Xxxx

My head is so cold!!! Looks better without all the tufty hair. Hope you are all keeping well. In a strange way I am looking forward to tomorrow. Want to see if I cope better with the changed regime. I have had a lovely day. My friend came to visit and brought some fresh homemade soup, an apple and blackberry crumble and some welsh cakes. They will keep until I get over the chemo. It is a thoughtful gift. xx

Hi everyone
Hope everyone had a good day, Sarah I really enjoyed the reikki, it was very relaxing but I’m extremely tired now, had some lunch out and now come to bed, going to have a hour, I feel better today though. Good luck tomorrow Suzy, I hope it’s better got you,
My wound seems to pull a bit more since the chemo started I’m not sure if that’s normal, and my neck and shoulders ache but otherwise I’m ok doing alright.
Tomorrow I pick my wig I was saying earlier I’m busier now with different appointments than when I’m at work.
Love. To everyone x x x

Good luck tomorrow Suzy!! Glad you’ve had a good day today xx Sounds like you’ve had a good day too Carmia xx

Hi all, chilling and relaxing, getting prepared for Monday. Scarfs look fab, but will look better without my long hair xxx

It’s day six for me and my hair has thinned but if you didn’t know me you wouldn’t be able to tell, my hair is thick, I have scarfs and a hat and choose my wig tomorrow, I will do the same as you Sarah shave it off when time comes, tonight im relaxing with the man, we both had a nap woke up mopped me kitchen floor and whacked again ? gonna sip me water and watch new tricks, oh I do know how to party
Have a good evening ladies
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Hi Sarah yes I’m good thanks day 13 and feeling fairly normal ? Glad you’re doing ok on the second round. I hope you have a better nights sleep tonight, those steroids certainly mess us up don’t they? Take care xxxxx

I am going to get it cut as soon as I can. His nibs is moaning about the cost so I am looking around xx

Hi ladies, I am a newbie starting my chemo tomorrow at 8am. Lovely to meet you.

Hi Sarah, hope it goes well. Take evrything they give you and listen to your body. I am cycle 2 of FEC tomorrow. Sarahd is a little ahead of me so I expect to be going thw same way as her. xx

Hi All

 

I had my first session today and although the treatment went very smoothly, they keep saying I should consider a PICC line. I am a little unsure as to why as there were no issues with the cannula - any advice for me?

 

Kind regards to all