I am day 20 EC and have found the second cycle easier than first, I asked the oncologist if they were giving me enough chemo as I was expecting a lot worse, generally the symptoms are manageable - fingers crossed, day 5 and 6 seem to be by worst days as well. I swap to taexel/tratuzumab etc after two more cycles for 12 weeks. (under the Marsden) Sounds like there are few on this it seems to be the HER2 regime. So I guess symptoms will be different hopefully not worse. @dipitdee keep taking the anti- sickness they are strong drugs. If vomiting hits you won t keep them down and get into a vicious cycle. There is a big pschological element so much easier to control if completely suppressed and you don t get the associatted nausea triggers with certain food smells. So important. Definately chemo brain - took ages to write this can t remember how to spell anything., Hair is shedding and getting thin will have to clip this weekend. Am really pleased with the wig will definately work on zoom calls for work next week. I have a great selection of knitted hats by friends in many colours. TIP - I am told I will need to wear hats in bed as you get much colder without hair. Cut an old t shirt in half then the bottom half you can double twist round your head for a snug hat that stays on in bed. Friends reactions are interesting - anyone found a few surprises and some close friends avoid you while others you did nt expect really step up. Happy New Year I ll been in bed for 10, think I will manage one glass of champagne the first alcoholic drink since chemo. Xx
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