Breast Cancer Now Forum

Thanks Jude I’m pretty sure I’m not having herceptin and I’ve read quite a lot about the possible affects on the heart. I’ll definitely ask some questions. That’s if the MRI shows the EC has done it’s stuff and it’s definitely more chemo! ... View more

Good evening ladies. I haven’t checked in for a while. I had an MRI on Monday and see the oncologist tomorrow to see if the tumour has shrunk so more chemo or if not discuss surgery. I’m on EC I think that’s what it’s called at the moment but I think they will want to move me to Docetaxel. I don’t know why but I’m pretty concerned about that move. I think it’s because fingers crossed, apart from tiredness I’ve been ok. Anyone have some good stories about Docetaxel ot anyone refused to have it and to continue on the EC? Thank you. ... View more

Hello hope you don’t mind me joining. I’m due my second lot of chemo on Tuesday. I’ve breast cancer and my first chemo was better than I thought it would be. I cold capped but after a sore scalp last night I seem to have handfuls if hair coming out today. I think I’ll see how much has come out by Tuesday morning and decide whether it’s worth cold capping again. I hope you all have a nice weekend. ... View more

Good morning So far I feel like a fraud I’ve taken my sickness meds and steroids but have felt fine apart from being a bit tired. Quick question I feel a little bit constipated even though I’m drinking loads and diet is ok any tips? Thank you. ... View more

Hi guys I had my first round of chemo yesterday. I’ve fasted since Sunday evening having a tin of veg soup on Monday and a banana last night! Couldn’t quite do just liquid. I will continue till this evening. I’ve just seen my anti sickness and steroids say to take with a meal. What has everyone else done about this? Many thanks. ... View more

Thanks Ali that sounds interesting. I’m not sure if I can just manage on water but it sounds like it’s worth trying. ... View more

Thanks for the earlier message Jacq. So I found a pea sized lump in my breast on 7 July, saw doc on 9 July then hospital on 20 July for mammogram and then biopsy’s. They told me there and then it was cancerous about 5cm big. Went back last Tuesday where they said I’d be better having chemo first then surgery. They are hoping it may shrink and also if I have chemo first if there are any problems after surgery they won’t be worrying about getting on with chemo. I’m fine with all of that. I’d heard about fasting and asked my nurse but she hasn’t heard of it but said to mention it to my oncologist. I see them on Wednesday. I know I haven’t started chemo yet but I’m very interested in fasting either side. Can anyone offer up a plan ie what do you eat and drink before and after. I see some of you just have water and coffee whilst others have miso soup and steamed veg. The more info the better for me! Thanks to letting me onto your thread and I hope your all as comfy as you can be this evening. ... View more

Thanks Anne This sounds daft but how do I join that thread?! ... View more

Thanks Jacq I have seen the other thread and didn’t want to hijack it. I’ve heard positive things about fasting too! I’ll start googling! ... View more