Mental Health During Chemo

My brother who lives alone has to have his first chemo session soon.  He is scared and we his sisters and brother have no idea what to do. Our family has no history of cancer so we have never had to deal with it. He is difficult as he has lived alone most of his life and now finds himself in this situation. I'm scared for his mental health during chemo. What is the best way to deal with this. He intends to stay in his own home and we will take turns to care for him as best we can have you any advice please. 

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    1. I've had chemotherapy and it really wasn't too bad eg I didn't feel sick at all.  Everyone seems to experience it differently though but they can give medication for many of the side effects.  Your brother mustnt be afraid to ask for help if he needs it.  Chemo can be quite a long drawn out process so it would be good if he could take things to occupy him and / or bring someone to sit with him, if that's allowed.  It might also be worth you / him speaking to the nurse helpline - number below.  I often find things are worse in anticipation than when they actually happen so you / he might find the same....  Good luck!
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    1. I've had chemotherapy and it really wasn't too bad eg I didn't feel sick at all.  Everyone seems to experience it differently though but they can give medication for many of the side effects.  Your brother mustnt be afraid to ask for help if he needs it.  Chemo can be quite a long drawn out process so it would be good if he could take things to occupy him and / or bring someone to sit with him, if that's allowed.  It might also be worth you / him speaking to the nurse helpline - number below.  I often find things are worse in anticipation than when they actually happen so you / he might find the same....  Good luck!
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