anyone had chemo!?

Question

got to have docetaxel and cisplatin any advice would be helpful ie does scalp cooling work. can i work between sessions etc. thanks

Answer 1

Of course everyone is different, but I took my chemo (cisplatin) really well. I was nauseated, but the compazine took care of that. Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids. Eat what you can because you'll need your strength. Also, try not to eat your favorite foods when you're sick. That way you won't associate them with that nauseous feeling should you get that way.

I also exercised the days following my treatments. The fresh air and physical activity helped me mentally, physically and emotionally. I didn't feel sorry for myself as much because I was out there doing something.

Take care and God Bless

Answer 2

I don't know about scalp cooling. I was able to work about 30 hours a week through the first 3 cycles of chemo (I had them every two weeks), it does wear you down, even with Neupogin and Iron shots. I was back at work full time 2 weeks after my last chemo.

Answer 3

Hi my best friend is having chemo after after having ovarian cancer.She has the treatment every 3 wks for an hr,but she does work but at the mo she cant as she feels to tierd and having some side affects too,sickness,loss off appetite.So really its up to you about work depending how you feel once you have started chemo,also ask the consultant about this .Good Luck

Answer 4

I had chemo about a year ago! It was once every 2 weeks for 3 hours. I chose not to work, but I remember I was tired for about 2 or 3 days and I ate lightly(soup, salad, etc.)

You can work but it drains your energy & everybody recats to the treatment diffrently!

Good luck!!

Answer 5

I've seen people go to school and work between cycles, but it's all dependant on how you feel and what the doc says. If you're not up to it, don't do it. Getting better's more important.

Answer 6

the best is not to work to heal your natural defences.. less stress and more prayers..