Chemotherapy

Hi,

I am due to start chemotherapy for breast cancer. 

Please could any share their experiences.  I'm a nervous wreck, unsure whether to carry on working etc... scared of the side effects etc.

Is the pain really bad?

Any experience would be much appreciated. 

Thank you 

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  • Hi Anjaya

    I had six rounds of chemo in 2016, eighteen of Herceptin. I was told I wouldn't be able to work but I did, I'm self employed so that made it easier. Also no sickness or pain. Chemo  was gruelling but bearable. I used the cold cap which helped stem hair loss a little - got away with a hat rather than a wig.  One of the worst side effects for me was a terrible taste in my mouth which made eating less than pleasant, this got more intense toward the end of treatment. 

    Good luck with your treatment.

  • Thank you. Do you think the cold cap is worth it?

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