Thanks everyone, I’ve just been for chemo chat and finally got appointments for picc line and chemo to start 24th August, was hoping for next week but my Em is off two days next week for her A level results so will get to have a couple of mum/em days before it all starts so it’s all good. Hugs xxx
Hi everyone, just wondered if anyone put weight on with chemo, I’ve just had my second one yesterday. But after the first one I was nibbling sweet stuff whenever I felt sick and have piled a load of weight on. I was doing so well lol, but now I just want to eat all the time. But its more like cravings for some things and not being able to stand the thought/smell of others. Help, I’m going to be fat and bald :( (hair nearly gone now). Just been out for the first time with my wig on. It felt so strange and I was very self conscious, my hair is so fine but all the wigs I tried are much thicker, ah well I’ll get used to it. Hope everything is going well for everyone 
Hi, I have lost weight on my chemo. I think its because i sometimes forget to eat!
Well often have a late breakfast and a supper. However, i find i feel less hungry and have to force myself, which i quite enjoy!
Moijanxx
I have lost most of my hair too…but the wigs are so itchy arent they! Im wearing elasticated headscarves
much of the time
moijanxx
Hello Jules
Phew …weight gain and hair loss the two things we ladies dread.
As far as the wig thing is concerned …only my opinion not advice but if u go out wearing a headscarf or turban … people know u have cancer/ chemo and start patronising you etc …a good wig just makes u feel a bit more part of normal. I found a short wig the better option with a sort of false scalp that looks natural (ish)
I wouldn’t worry too much about the weight …just concentrate on keeping well and coping with the chemo at the moment …your body probably needs the extra calories to deal with toxic shock!!
This is only just my thoughts and not serious advice though.
Carolyn xxxxx
Jules
Once u wear the wig a couple of times …it gets easier and u get yr confidence back.
Have a McDonalds and a large bar of choc for medicinal purposes !!
You can always buy a bigger size Jean for the time being !!
My advice though so not to be taken that serious !!!
Carolyn xxx
Yes Carolyn is very wise, and you can always tuck the chocy up under the wig, so its handy!
i agree with Carolyn about the scarves, but have bern wearing some in between wig wearing, it gives me a bit of relief. I have not shavedmy hair, as i like having some peekkingout of the side behind my ears and a fringe.
when I wear my wig, ive just discovered that a stocking wig cap( bought) under it stops theitching and makes it
more secure! I tuck up my remaining hair under it and then shove on the wig! Dont get the ones like srtri g vests tho, they do t work as well as the solid ones.
best of luck
Moijanxx
oh and im not trying to lose weight but should do more excercise and that’s a good way for me to trim up, rather than dieting as the endorphins buck you up!
Jules, sorry you feel low. I fnd. Eribuln makes me feel down. I used to like my hair the way it was before…too.
i got very angry with a teenage boy outside sainsburys today because a group of them were larking around and he came barrelling backwards towards me and nearly knocked me over. I shouted ‘Hey, Be Careful’ at him, which isnt like me at all…and I had my scarf on…he said nothing…I expected An f or two, but he didnt…I guess we are invisible, Carolynx
anyway Jules, make sure you push your fluids, I find that helps my mood, there is evidence the brain shrinks when we are dehydrated so, that might also p**s us off! I also need a good nights sleep.
love to everyone
Moijanxx
Jules
Sorry you are having a bit of an off day but you are allowed as you have lots going on …it’s good you have a good support team around to brighten you too.
When I was having chemo …my sis came over everyday with a focus to do something which was mostly shopping but I used to get so hungry that she called me a gremlin. It’s a sort of hunger that won’t go away and is desperate! I didn’t put on any weight as it was gremlin for two weeks and one week just water and toast and it levelled out over the cycle.
Hope u have a better happier day tomorrow.
Carolyn xxx
Thanks everyone for all the advice, feeling a bit better today. Been out with my hubby today to Skipton, it was lovely day and now just chilling. Hugs everyone xxx