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Hellooo all, hope you are all well Can anyone advise how or where you getthe "look good feel better course"? Keep hearing about it but dont know how to het it or where? Thanks x Donna ... View more

Morning all Day 14 and hair now coming out in handfuls..........I think at the weekend I will take the plunge and have to cut it off......... makes me feel so  low...... wish it were time to wake up from this nightmare........ its hard trying to stay strong  at times......... but i am so lucky because I have a fantastic family ....hate seeing them suffering too ........ ... View more

Wecome Porkie......... glad to hear you are doing well despite having to undergo chemo again....... but its worth it x Like you say we are allllllll looking forward to the summer to make the day brighter ... View more

Hi Lollymum I took 2 domperidone x 4 daily for the first 4 days...then weened off.....ths meant that I also took it alongside the emend......the nurse said to take the domperidone to ward off sickness.......so that you get through the first few days ..... x Donna ... View more

Hello all I just found a good site I have ordered hair fringe and back hair to stick out from under my hat or turban......when not wanting to wear my wig ...... the site is http://www.bohemiaheadwear.co.uk/fringes.htm ... View more

Hi Bumblegirl Im sorry to hear about your mum x Infection is a risk with chemotyherapy. Her breast nurse will give her contact numbers to call if her temperature is above 37.5 (some areas say over 38) The emergency line will advise and if necessary she will attend the hospital  - have bloods taken, ECG etc... they quickly administer antibiotics. Once the blood results are back (usually quite quick) they will decide the treatment..whether to continue in hospital or go home We have probably gone over board trying to reduce the risk of infection.....we have alcohol gel as people come into my home, I have my own crockery and cutlery which we soak in sterizer ..... I also have mouthwash to prevent mouth infections........clean my teeth frequently etc.....all of this info should be given to your mum by the hospital It is scary for you too......my daughter has been great....and you sund that way too xxx good luck and remember the hospital is always there to offer support and advice.....in addition would your mum join this site for support from others going through it .. ... View more

Hi Mel51 i had pain in my breast and node removal too .....some days my breats felt harder than others.......good luck for Friday x   ... View more

Hi Ellie probably not in your area............but I know I got my wig from in Dorset........They will put a wig on you of choice......and cut it to style.....they even make wigs that adhere to your head so doesnt come off.....mine is exactly like my hair highlights and everything I wore it before chemo to get used to it and see peoples response......which was very positive.........   .http://www.mwahbournemouth.co.uk/hair-loss-wigs/ ... View more

Hi Ali sorry to hear you are feeling sick 😞 ........as for the palpitations...I had those.........they say common side effect .I have only just got home from hospital this morning...Awoke at 2 am hot temp over 38.....Pulse 110.......... Lots of blood tests later...Not neutropenic.....infact the opposite high white blood cell levels ......which they think is due to infection or viral.somewhere........had ecg, chest x ray and urine tested.........Eventually sent home with oral antibiotics.......Feel a lot better now . Hope you start to feel better soon......and everyone enjoys mothers day xx ... View more

Evening all............. I too suffered the  burning in throat and chest and was prescribed omeprazole........ worked overnight..............had day of bright yello stools (sorry graphic) Mac nurse said to keep an eye on incase of infection...luckily brown today......... my poo seems to be all over the place.....fsoft one day loose the next........ anyone else suffer the same? I eat lots of fibre and drink plenty..... ... View more

Hi Ali I asked the breast nurse before I started how quickly would I start to feel unwell......she said your journey is yours and everyone is different....with some people not feeling unwell........... I kept that thought....drank 2 lltres of water the day before.....on the day and the second.day....actually I contimulaly try to hit the 2 litre level daily..............folliwng the advice of these lovely ladies who went before me........good luck x ... View more

Hi Ali when I went last week for my first cycle .....I arrived at 9am......they gave me emend and steroids 1 hour prior to administering the chemo...at 10am.......I left the unit by 11:30........so hopefully your time frame should be the same........... ... View more

Hi Debs...........I hope you start to feel better soon.......... I had the head and neck pain ...horrible....and the thumping head when I stand...............keep strong ......... x . ... View more

Hi Looby hope you are feeling better......... your next session may be totally different......fingers crossed......I hate not knowing how I will feel each day I wake up.......... .. ... View more

Hi Ali I started yesterday....I was given anti sickness meds called Emend one hour before chemo...... and to take home one a day for today and tomorrow.of the Emend..in addition to other antisickness tablets to take four times a day I drink 2 litres of water ..daily which seems to be helping.......thankfully no sickness nearing end of second day The nurse also said the steroids are not compulsory....just use on days if feeling lack of appetite etc....... also I have been given sub cut injections to promote white blood cells growth in readiness for when the levels drop, I was scared before going...relax and please know it was not scary at all...very calm with no pian or strange sensations....... a nice hot blanket was wrapped around my arm because it can be cold.........keep your hand warm prior to going to make your vein nice and easy to find Good luck and you will be fine...... xx ... View more

Hi Looby I hope you are well and got through yesterday ok. Scary day but glad we are now passed it I drank lots of water as the ladies on here advised....and pink pee stopped late evening.......Fingers crossed and still no sickness.......lots of face flushing though......so cant miss me in a crowd. I did not go for the cold cap and will dread losing my golden locks (always been my pride and joy)....but two wigs at the ready which I wore to work a few times to see the reactions..... which was positive I hope you are ok .....take care xxx. ... View more

Hi Looby I hope you are well and got through yesterday ok. Scary day but glad we are now passed it I drank lots of water as the ladies on here advised....and pink pee stopped late evening.......Fingers crossed and still no sickness.......lots of face flushing though......so cant miss me in a crowd. I did not go for the cold cap and will dread losing my golden locks (always been my pride and joy)....but two wigs at the ready which I wore to work a few times to see the reactions..... which was positive I hope you are ok .....take care xxx. ... View more

Hi Looby........I am starting on Thursday too....... had heart scan today. So nervous ......... I hope all goes well for both of us. I hope to have a good nights sleep tonight and tomorrow........People on here say that once we have started the fear eases...... ... View more

Ahhaaa.....found the following info ...may interest others....regarding almond milk  it is free of cholesterol and saturated fat, rich in vitamins and minerals and omega fatty acids. Level of manganese, selenium, and vitamin E is quite high in almond milk. Almond milk can supply 30% of your daily calcium requirement. It promotes growth and repair functions of the body. Magnesium helps break down the consumed food into energy. Vitamin E acts as an antioxidant and destroys the free radicals which cause damage to cell membranes. Selenium improves the function of reproductive and immune systems. It promotes thyroid function. No cholesterol,  risk of heart diseases is significantly reduced. Potassium helps maintain normal blood pressure. ... View more

Morning......can anyone recommend a milk alternative......I have been told to avoid dairy and soya milk....is Almond milk ok to drink? Trying to plan a healthy diet..........tx Donna ... View more