Just found out I need 18 weeks of Chemotherapy. Struggling

Had my lumpectomy in December, still having problems with my arm after lymph node removal. Just got the results of my oncotype dx test after a 5 week delay in it being sent. I was shocked when I was told I've got to have 18 weeks of chemotherapy before 7 weeks of radiotherapy and am finding it difficult to think about anything else. The thought of feeling unwell and my hair falling out and all the side effects chemotherapy causes. How do you get through it

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  • Hiya.

    I underwent my chemo last year June through to Sept.  3 cycles of fec then 3 of docetaxol.  It really is nt as scary as you think. You can get through it with a positive attitude , loads of water , eat healthy , exercise . I also used the cold cap which was so worth it and made me feel much better about myself. I did nt suffer any horrendous side effects . Swill 3 times a day with coconut oil as a mouthwash too as it prevents mouth sores. You ve got this girl... sending love xx

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  • Hiya.

    I underwent my chemo last year June through to Sept.  3 cycles of fec then 3 of docetaxol.  It really is nt as scary as you think. You can get through it with a positive attitude , loads of water , eat healthy , exercise . I also used the cold cap which was so worth it and made me feel much better about myself. I did nt suffer any horrendous side effects . Swill 3 times a day with coconut oil as a mouthwash too as it prevents mouth sores. You ve got this girl... sending love xx

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