Chemotherapy

Good evening ive had chemo to treat my Hodgkin’s lymphoma I had tumours around my heart/pancreas both kidneys/ liver and spleen etc I’m in remission my chemo ended Oct 23 

IM ALWAYS TIRED.MY ARMS LEGS HIPS ACHE SO MUCH IM IN CONSTANT DULL PAIN.I CANT GO A NIGHT WITHOUT USING THE TOILET 2/3 times,I struggle to get out of bed so have frequent accidents also I fall quiet regular because my legs arms don’t work as they used too MOVING MY JOINTS CAN BE EXCRUCIATING.I DONT KNOW WHERE TO TURN ITS REALLY GETTING ME DOWN

THANX FOR LISTENING SORRY TO BE A NUISANCE

  • Hey there you are not a nuisance you are searching for answers and thats good self care stratergy! 

    Re pain ....i think talk to one of the cancer nurses on this help site would be a good plan amd or your gp....pain is not a have to put up with .....ask for help asap

    Accidents at night time ....can you try using pads or pants at night time ? No need to feel embarrassed its a practical solution and saves a lot of having to change night clothes bedding etc .....they are readily available ( supermarket or amazon can deliver )

    I think a referral to your district nurses would be good step ....Sending you strength 

    Keep in touch 

  • Hi there and thanks for posting

    I am sorry to hear about the past treatment you had and the symptoms you are currently experiencing.

    I'm afraid no one here can say what may be causing these symptoms but we would suggest you arrange an appointment with your GP to discuss.

    They can assess you and arrange further tests to find out more, so get in touch with them when you can.

    I hope you know more and start to feel more comfortable soon.

    Best wishes

    Naomi

  • Thankyou for the prompt reply it means a lot