From any woman of the same age that perhaps also has 2 young children, 10 & 5, as to how to cope with the illness & not get angry at the kids. She is just about to start her chemo therapy & she is scared. Please help us if you can. It would be good if you also lived in Auckland.
2006-09-18 22:32:45 · 14 answers · asked by stevoledevo 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
Any information on how to aleviate the after effects of chemo would be gratefully recieved.
2006-09-18 22:38:06 · update #1
I was diagnosed on 7th March 2006 with breast cancer. I had a mastectomy on 14th April 2006 followed by chemo and radiotherapy. OK I am a little older than your daughter at 48 but i have a child - incidentally, she was the last one i told.
How to cope with the illness: be positive, aim for something you have always wanted and the cancer becomes a minor irritation.
Chemo: no two ways about it. It is awful. Some cope better than others. I should have had 6 rounds but could only cope with three. Each dose is the same, but as your body's defences are hit, each dose affects you differently. The more stressed you are, the worse the effects. Depending on the mix of drugs, she may lose her hair. So what. Wigs/bandannas are fine. Count down not up. As in "only 5 more, only 4 more, only three more" and soon it will be over. Drink plenty of water to dilute the amount going through the kidneys at one time. Suck a sweet when the one that makes you taste metal is introduced.
Yes it is scary, but if you are scared, you are alive! Get the kids involved with the treatment. Passing pills (under supervision) helping with stuff.
I found that after the first shock, people made more of it than i did. It will get boring, trust me.
Radiotherapy - A doddle. Sunburn in a concentrated area.
I wish your daughter and your family all the best. Don't give up.
2006-09-20 02:46:22 · answer #1 · answered by tradcobdriver 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I am very sorry. Chemo is narly stuff, and can make one sick. I would recommend eating a high protein meal before going for a chemo treatment. - There is a medication called compazine. (Spelling may be wrong). But, it takes away the feeling of wanting to vomit, and you sleep well. - There are two forms, pill form and rectal. The rectal suppositories work the best. It enters the system more quickly. There are other drugs which are cannibis based. (spelling may be wrong). As far as anger goes, there are support groups and couseling for the patient. Anger is normal as well as depression. - She needs very positive people who will tell her she can beat this. I don't know what stage she is, but I have a friend who had a stage 4 breast cancer and it spred to her lymph nodes. She went through treatment, and is now in remission. - You must be very positive with your daughter. When on chemo, be careful when using other drugs or natural remedies. First ask the doctor. There are breast cancer drugs that are breast cancer specific. Also, find out her cell type and do alot of research to help you both understand the disease, and you will feel more hopeful when you have more knowledge . Contact the cancer society, etc, and get as much info as possible. - Your daughter needs to do creative visualization, and believe she can beat her disease. I wish you and you daughter luck. Also, take care of yourself. Taking care of cancer patients can make you very tired, so get help, and please ask the Oncologist if he can connect you w/ support groups for counsel. A nice wig will make her feel better. Google wigs to order, or find a local wig store.
2006-09-18 23:10:52 · answer #2 · answered by bobbie e 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-20 21:39:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Good luck and God bless!
2006-09-18 22:37:49 · answer #4 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A good website to visit is www.susanlove.org
Lots of information and links to even more info.
A helpful book to have is called "Just Get Me Through This!" by Deborah Cohen, it will help with the fears around chemo
2006-09-19 00:28:59 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, My father had Lung Cancer and passed away within 5 month but ..I feel if the doctor he had would of caught it sooner I know he would of made it...but he didnt have a doctor that was on him all the time like mine..Dr Romero is excellent he is always checking my blood to make sure all is working well and to stay on top of things...but , I have to say this...when we we went to MD ANDERSON MEDICAL CENTER in Houston Texas they were the best...They tended to his needs and they almost beat the cancer but because his system got weak because of the chemo and his radiation treatment..his .Immune System.he got pnemonia..3 times during his period of the treatment..and that is one thing you need to watch her for is the pnemonia ...because her system will get weak and can catch every little germ...she needs a surgical face covers...when she gets this treatment she needs lots of rest..she may need also to drink a supplement drink....for energy...also she will get constipated and then again she may not..she may need something like ducolax..
but I know what you are going through as far as you feel helpless and trying to find any type of answer from anywhere ..
but try this and I hope he can help ..MD introduced us to him and we prayed and lit a candle for my father everyday to soothe the pains and agonies that my father went through and ..and you know he had no suffering ..during his treaments..May God be with you...in you time of need..
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2006-09-18 23:27:28 · answer #6 · answered by ck1_content 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
sorry for your daughter. the only way i know you can resolve this is to see a doctor before it get worst. And get some books about breast cancer.( Breast cancer Basic and Beyound, Breast Cancer the complete Guide.)
2006-09-18 22:46:19 · answer #7 · answered by nelly 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First of all you have my deepest sympathy. She should try cancer centers of America. She'll get through this. My favorite aunt had breast cancer and she made it through just fine. My prayers are with you.
2006-09-18 22:42:59 · answer #8 · answered by peach49444 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-18 22:19:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry to hear about this. i dont know what to say but just to think positive and enjoy the time that she is still with your and the family. make the most of it. Enjoy life, it is short. I'll keep her in my prayers.
God Bless
2006-09-18 22:42:46 · answer #10 · answered by cry 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋