I had first lot of Gem Carbo chemo last Thurs for TN recurrence in neck nodes and have felt wretched. Onc said this is usually very well tolerated but I’ve felt sick, weak and lightheaded all weekend. Can’t believe I’ve got another dose in a few days time. Gonna ask for more support meds but anyone else struggled with this chemo?
Hello Teej
Im due to start Gem carbo on the 25th Sept… my onc told me its a more “friendlier” chemo…so Im hoping that I dont get the terrible sickness first time around… are you taking any anti sickness meds prior to treatment?? my district nurse told me to take them even if I didnt feel queasy…I was only given 2 dates to start off with is this normal?? ive got the 25th Sept and 2nd Oct?..I was told I had lesions on my liver but MRI came back perfect so fingers crossed I can tolerate this chemo to get it under control and I dont agree with the tinescale my onc gave me… hoping you feel a bit better hun and maybe we can keep in touch throughout treatment …sending angel hugs xx
Sandra, sorry to hear you’ve had quick relapse too… It’s such a shock isn’t it? I was only just feeling normal again and have to go through it all again.
should have had the Day 8 dose today but blood counts were too poor, I wasn’t surprised as I have felt so Ill.
Good luck with your treatment,
TJ. Xxx