sophie & deb - you had me totally LOLing & OH too. Camera def coming & packets of handie andies too. Hoping she does something naughty or funny cos if she just looks sweet that will do it for me!!!
dumb question - what is neurophathy ?? how connected with TAX??? and should i be worried (i got 4 TAX to come)? what can i do to help myself prevent getting it (whatever it is??)
little angel - just copied and pasted this:
Peripheral neuropathy is a possible side effect of chemotherapy for cancer, and is a result of nerve damage in the arms and legs. This can cause pain, tingling, numbness, muscle weakness and temperature sensitivity in the arms, legs, hands and feet
Sophie xx
Random question i know but has anyone bought a buff? If so how do you wear em? Also this neuropathy is another thing to look forward to then? Is it common? XX
“Mild to moderate numbness, tingling, burning/stabbing pain of hands and feet are common which can become severe with increased doses” is sensory (“touch nerves”) neuropathy with tax family of drugs. It is cumulative with doses over time if it occurs…starting as I have with tingly finger tips or toes so IS monitorable by your onc team one treatment at a time.
i got a buff
love it.
really compy n good as a sleep hatx
Poppy - I have a buff I use at work (or did use at work, and will do again one day…lol). Didn’t actually know it was called a buff until I looked up what buffs were…
Still not sure how I’d wear it as a hat? Where I work in a kitchen, I use it as an overlarge alice band, and can see how it would work as a bandana, but not sure how I’d cover up the bald bit at the back!!! Do you knot one end of it?
It’s got smiley faces all over it, and I’ve now got a bandana with smiley faces instead! Will have to dig buff back out though, cos it is comfy.
Sophie
Akita is the one i have, purple colour. its ace
ORIGINAL BUFF®, a multifunctional tubular neckwarmer/headscarf/facemask/hat… ideal for many activities. Original Buff® keeps you warm in the cold, wickmoisture and keeps you cool when it’s hot. The lightweight, breathable, moisture wicking fabric is wind resistant and extremely comfortable to wear.
USES
ORIGINAL BUFF® can be worn as a neckerchief, headband, wristband, mask, hairband, balaclava, scarf, scrunchie, saharaine, pirate cap, beanie and bandana, and you’ll probably think of even more!
Akita is the one i have, purple colour. its ace
ORIGINAL BUFF®, a multifunctional tubular neckwarmer/headscarf/facemask/hat… ideal for many activities. Original Buff® keeps you warm in the cold, wickmoisture and keeps you cool when it’s hot. The lightweight, breathable, moisture wicking fabric is wind resistant and extremely comfortable to wear.
USES
ORIGINAL BUFF® can be worn as a neckerchief, headband, wristband, mask, hairband, balaclava, scarf, scrunchie, saharaine, pirate cap, beanie and bandana, and you’ll probably think of even more!
There are loads of infuriating you tube videos on how to wear buffs…all too fast but the rewinds work. I have two and two fleece ones… (and am knitting Peruvian chullos too). Can you tell I’m not a hat person? ;). But as I’m now score one alopecia after one FEC might have to put up with it even if I do keep the rest(ish) with the now colder caps…as I found yesterday.
Kaz are you supposed to put your head in one end and then tuck the other end into itself. Sorry if i sound thick its just the two open ends confusing me. X
wenna, nah your not thick, thats a good way of explaining.
My goodness they’re magic. Can even act as a boob tube!! Might have to invest and have a go. I like things that have multi purpose. XX
hahah i know, theyre ace.
camping and surf shops do them.
going bed girls. nite xxxxxxxxxxx
Night night sugar plum. XX
A lot of shops - like Blacks - do imitations and they aren’t as good. I got mine on ebay, free postage although still quite expensive easy to get the one you want. Will take ages to go through the patterns…the fleece ones can be twisted into a beanie with pattern out and in so no itchies. Or around your neck and over your mouth for bug control…yep, I did this in an M&S queue the other day…eugghy buggy people…only place to get what was needed sadly!
Yes I saw the beanie idea. Great!!! Only thing is if i like em i would want one to match every outfit. Seem a bit more modern than some of the scarves. I want to get something for bed as well. Saying all this what i really want is to use the cold cap and for it to work"!!! Xx
Ahhhhhhhh…now I know what a buff is and not only that, have just ordered one!
Nocturnal shopping, as good as midnight and post-midnight feasts 
xxxx
Morning suzyb!
My you are an early bird…or is it the steroids? Love the nocturnal shopping, Internet must be faster then.
cat xx
I feel we need a fashion parade today with all this talk of headwear…
Today on the Pinkiewalk, cookie monster will be fashioning the lovely purple bakers cap with floral accessory and jersey cap underneath for added warmth, M&S uncoordinated striped and check pyjamas with spotted bed socks and ugg boots…make-up courtesy of the brand ‘chemo-glow’ to give that overall puffer fish and red splotchy shine complete with the new crack-addict lip gloss…isn’t she a stunner, this is the must-have outfit for 2010! Hehe…who’s up next?
have a good day pinkies and big hugs to those chemo-ing…millykibs & sophie you are going to be pros at this!
Kaz - hope you’re feeling better today!
Cat xx