I have triple neg high grade address ive BC and I’ve just completed my third cycle of FEC , sadly the last cannula in my hand has caused immense pain in my fingers and arm, so bad even clothing touching it causes extreme pain. Just wanted to ask if people are aware of their white blood cell counts as I have been on serious amounts of immune boosting alternative therapies . I was told normally patients on chemo are about 3 ish and normal range for someone who isn’t on chemo is between 4-11. My first WBC was 5.5 my second was 6.9 and my third one was 7.1 . I might have a good immune system but the damage the FEC has done to me on my third cycle has knocked me off my feet , have felt so, so Poorly. I suffer from fibro too and I was dreading the chemo as the effects can make the fibro worse. If anyone has any other tips to get me through the next three cycles of chemo I would be grateful X big hugs to you all x
Hi Freckles
I was given 5 gcsf injections days 3 to 7 to help boost white blood cells. Not sure all hospitals do this, but maybe worth asking your chemo team. They can play havoc with your joints at the time, but after day 7 I’ll felt quite well.
Sue x