Scared of the chemo room

Going through breast cancer treatment Chemotherapy
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Yay well done you did it! I actuually quite enjoy my visits in a strange way -a relaxing time with my book and puzzles, plus food! Also the lady next to me today shared my birthday - cue a little chat about birthdays near Christmas! So glad you’ve finally had your first chemo ticked off now @bluesatsuma. Re side effects I would say keep any handy meds you have at hand and take as soon as you need them (IF you need them)
We’re getting there! :two_hearts:

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Well done ! So brave ! I’ve Got my date now - 24th September . Did you get your pics line done b4 ? I need one as they have struggled 3 times to get veins in surgery but they told me today I would have it after the 1st chemo at some point ready for next cycle ?

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Thanks!
@anne3 will definitely have those meds ready. The anti sickness meds i had before lasts 5 days but I’ve got some other pills to top up. Hope you’re doing well x

@epic1 thats good that you have a date. My picc was meant to be done between 1st and 2nd cycle but when i went for pre assessment yesterday, they squeezed me in and i had it done there. It was a bit uncomfortable but it did not hurt at all. It made the chemo much easier. Hope you get yours soon. X

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Well done on getting your first lot over with! Thank you for your insight - I will be starting treatment on 5 September and it’s good to hear it wasn’t as bad as expected. Fingers crossed that you have minimal or no side effects xx

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Well done bluesatsuma :heart:keep drinking water to help flush things through :heart::two_hearts::two_hearts::sparkles::sparkles:Shi xx

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@sharlou thank you. It really wasnt anything like what they show in movies. I felt very cared for and safe. There were 8 in my room and 3 members of staff helping us all. Peace and quiet from my kids! Not long to wait for you. Hope all goes well xxx

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Super dooper, well done x

Drink lots of fluids, eat small and often, smoothies are great
Rest up but also do some gentle exercise if you can

Onwards and upwards

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Thanks @Curlywurly1. Hope youre well too xxx

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Hi @bluesatsuma
Im brilliant thank you x

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I’m having my picc line out in this week and chemo starts 16th so found your reply interesting for my next few weeks as I’ve been wondering what I need to take with me so many thanks

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I promise you that once youve got your first round over with it gets a whole lot easier.
Be kind to yourself; rest & cry if you need to cry. Youll get theough this x

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