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Hi Lisad, They sent me a few free samples which are gorgeous. I will be placing an order soon 🙂 S x ... View more

Hi all, Another really good range is https://www.balanceme.co.uk/our-story They are paraben, sulphate etc etc free. SJ x ... View more

Hi Ladies, I really wanted to post a link to a hair place which I went to visit yesterday. It's quite privy however I really think this option should be provided to ladies when then receive any hair loss information as for those who may be able to afford it, it's a god send. I for one am so much more at ease knowing now that I have this as a back up if the cold cap doesn't allow me to retain a good covering of hair. Here's the link: http://www.lucindaellery-hairloss.co.uk/chemotherapy-3-managing.php They do free consultations and are really lovely. It's a family run business that has been going for more than 20 years and there is no hard sell at all. SJ X ... View more

Hi ladies, Had my first EC with cold cap yesterday after 4 days of fasting with nothing but water and herbal teas. I had nausea yesterday and woke up with a headache but ate rye bread with egg and a big glass of fresh juice of beetroot, ginger, Apple, turmeric, spinach and carrot and so far am feeling good. I've also been rinsing with salt/bicarb every so often. I am feeling quite hot so another good tip is to soak fennel seeds in water overnight pref and drink this, it is very cooling for the body. Tonight's meal will be bananas, prune, almond milk and a frozen pineapple cub whizzed up in a blender. Staying away from processed sugar and wheat. Although I did have some Jacobs salt and balsamic crackers which were lush. Oh and drinks 3 litres of water with mint and cucumber to flush flush flush! Hope you ladies are doing well, just few things I'm doing... Good to pass tips eh! Ps I think the fasting is really helping but I don't want to not fast for the next cycles to risk increased side effects but of course I will listen to my body. Sjx ... View more

Hi Sarah, I have read that it good to rinse you mouth out with Salt and bicarbonate soda about 8 times a day to help prevent mouth sores. I have mine ready in the bathroom! S x ... View more

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Thanks sue. Ps mobile view now working phew! ... View more

Ok I've now somehow managed to change my view of the messages to web view on my phone rather than mobile view!!! Anyone know how to undo this? Thanks ... View more

Hmmm I had a look and cannot see anywhere saying 'enable private messaging'. I even went on your profile to try and PM you but can't see how to do that either 😞 ... View more

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Hi Cathy, Sorry to hear if your uti, I hope you have recovered now. May I ask if you washed your hair straight after cold capping or left it a few days and if so how many days please? Thanks S x ... View more

Hi Sue, Thanks for your message. You must be so so happy your chemo is over! You will be back riding you horse with your hair blowing in the wind in no time 😉 A quick question for any cold cappers... I read that you should not wash your hair after for at least 24hrs or more. I happen to call the paxman people last week (about something else)... who mentioned that contrary to all the advice on forums, other sites etc...you should always gently wash the hair straight after chemo to avoid matting due to the conditioner. I don't know what to do now and any advice would be appreciated. Thanks! S X ... View more

I'm almost jealous that people have started their treatment! Is anyone doing EC-T chemo? S x ... View more

Thanks Sue, I will take a look. S X hugs ... View more

Hi Blueash, Thanks for your reply. I will take a look at the sites you mentioned. I will be having EC first so will fast as planned for those cycles then I will have a think about the weekly cycles. I will mention to my consultant next week and see what he says. Thanks for your message 🙂 S x ... View more

Hi Blueash, I have a question again about the fasting sorry! I will be having tax every week for 12 weeks and was wondering what to do about the fasting? Do you think 3 days in total would be good? Starting next 15th and you know what, I just can't wait. I have reignited the fight in me and I KNOW it's going to be just fine! Also I have now got to the point of where I am just plain intrigued by this chemo malarkey! Also I really think as I have put my mind to fast I just know that my side effects will be limited. I asked the nurse also not to give me the neulasta shots until and if I need them and she said that they will not be given. Roll on the 15th I say and let's get this done done done!!!! Good luck to all starting/stared chemo. S xx ... View more

Hi Teri, Only 2 chemos left I am so jealous! I am going to the hospital today to check out their wigs. I've had my hair cut shorter and will also be doing the cold cap but will get a wig on standby. I'm ready with my fasting regimen so all good to go, I just want to get started now.i do question if I will ever be 'normal' again after all of this... But I suppose it is up to me to make sure that I am!! Hi Mwaah1977, good luck for today and welcome 😉 S x ... View more

Of course! Lots of celebrating to do. I am glad I decided to join a forum.. I was really not going too but you all seem like a lovely bunch and it's so much easier talking to people who are going through he same journey. S x ... View more