I was diagnosed with Cancer in March and although we knew it was Cancer its still a shock to be told it. I have had 2 chemo cycles now and have my 3rd at the end of the month. I would love to chat about the chemo side affects to anyone..
I was diagnosed with early ovarian cancer four weeks ago following a total hysterectomy, there were tumours on both ovaries, I have an appointment for a kidney function test and another ct scan next Friday, if everything is ok I start taxolcarbo chemotherapy after that. I was told there will be six sessions with 3 weeks rest in between.
I do hope I am posting this in the right place, I am concerned about the chemo and hope to learn more through this forum
Welcome to the site although it would be nice if you did not have to be here.
The waiting is always the worst part.Once you have your plan and things are underway it is easier to understand.I had breast cancer so can not advise you about your treatment but would like to wish you the very best of luck.Do keep coming on here for us to support you .good luck
Great to hear from you again .Sorry the hospital was awful,I have never been there apart from the chemo dept,I had my op at Prince Philip in Llanelli and it was fab there.Let us know what happened.
Hope the infection has gone.I,m sorry i couldnt visit but I dont think you would want hand foot and mouth on top of it all.when you are better we can meet up in carmarthen.Plenty of TLC and cwtching up on the sofa.Take care and so glad to hear from you .
Hi Eileen, great to hear from you! You do seem somewhat prone to infections but no idea why. Sorry the care was poor that turns a bad situation into a terrible one. Hate to say it but the best 'cure' for wind pains is to move around and be careful of painkillers they bung you up and therefore make it worse! get up and about nut be careful not to push yourself to far - you will feel very tired, nap when you need to, would suggest you don't stay in bed its bad for the blood and bad for chest infections. Hope your enjoying your new house and are lovely and warm.
I am moving about all the time but find I have good days and bad. I have finished my Antibiotics now so will probably begin to feel better, as for pain not taking anymore from today. I have been opening my bowels everyday so far since coming home but that could be the antibiotic so I am sticking with food that helps you go. I go for a sleep everyday at some point as I get really tired.
Its killing me having to sit around in the house when I could be doing so much but I am pottering about and giving my orders. I sold my House yesterday in Manchester ( large reduction ) but at least that's another less thing to worry about. And it means a good Christmas and hopefully New Year. ( fingers crossed )
I haven't caught up on blog yet but will do so I know where you are all up to .
Thanks for your message. I hope you get the news you want on Wednesday.
I am begining to feel a bit better now but the wound is starting to niggle at me ( if you know what I mean ) Can I put any creams on it ? Someone said Arnica or Aloe Vera but not sure, so any tips will be grateful.....
What fabulous news .Soooooo pleased for you.You certainly deserve a break at last.Nearly time to be looking back and wondering how on earth you went through it all.A definite cwtch up with a glass tonight and a few chocolates.
Eileen I am so pleased with your news, you have gone through so much with each treatment it is fantastic that you have this splendid result.......woohoooo. Now you can deal with any treatment feeling positive, you have made my day!!!
WOW Sharon
We love hearing this kind of news !!Enjoy your glass of wine,you deserve it !!Now you can relax and at last sleep without the worry.Stay in touch.
