Breast Cancer Now Forum

Hiya.  I'm triple negative so my chemo is taking longer as well.  I did 4 ACs (every 3 weeks) and have now done 9/12 weekly Paclitaxel / Carboplatin and will end 23rd October. Then a 4 week break followed by an elected double mastectomy.   ... View more

Hiya.  I'm triple negative so my chemo is taking longer as well.  I did 4 ACs (every 3 weeks) and have now done 9/12 weekly Paclitaxel / Carboplatins and will end 23rd October. Then a 4 week break followed by an elected double mastectomy.   ... View more

Hi Jem.  Don’t know about food but I had mouth / tongue sores for 3-4 days.  My nurse recommended Difflam which I got over the counter (Uk) in the pharmacy.  All gone in about 36 hours if not sooner.    When I read about foods it said avoid hard foods, acidic drinks, alcohol and eat bland, soft stuff..... ... View more

I've just completed 3 out of 4 ECs.  Agree it's doable.  First day I'm useless, one week of sicky and nausea and bit tired but not stopping me doing anything.  Weeks 2 and 3 OK as long as you don't pick up any additional infections.  Your choice but it's short-term and everyone is different, but I'm not finding it impossible.  Hair loss is a given though I think! ... View more

Hi All.  I'm Ria.  Found a lump in April and have been diagnosed with Triple Negative Grade 3 Stage 2 Invasive Dunctal Carcinoma.  Just completed the second EC on Monday and shaved my hair off about 10 days ago.  Wasn't easy, especially as it was shoulder length and blond and had taken many £150 sessions in Toni and Guy to make it look as best it good.  Have tried to post my baldie look but awaiting approval and then I've had a rather lovely wig made which I'll post as well.  Only worn it once so far because it's been too hot but is fun to wear.  Will be annoyed if I'm still having to pluck the hairs of my chin if the hair on my head is gone....... @Sue C    ... View more