My hair started coming out 11 days after my first FEC chemo. Really really quickly. Then it was completely gone   Within 4 days. They gave me the option for a cold cap but said it rarely works with FEC so I didn’t bother as it would have prolonged the chemo sessions by quite a lot and I couldn’t be bothered. My wig does the job. My 8 year old girl wasn’t too phased by my bald head. She loves touching it lol. She too is a little worrier and has panic attacks since this started but getting help. She is coping better than I thought she would though. Although my tumor has shrank by 50% with the chemo they are still looking to do a full mastectomy as it’s stage 3 so I think it’s the safer option. I’m hoping by the end it’s shrank that much that they only have to take out the lump rather than the whole boob but will know more when I see the oncologist on Tuesday x

Hi Rach42, Sorry you are going thru this but I'm sure you will beat this. The beginning is always scary but as we learn about all the treatments available and everything available for us makes it more manageable. We are here for you, stay strong. you'll be fine. Sending you lots of good vibes. 

Hugs, 

Liliana

Good luck on Tuesday, I’ve got everything crossed for you, maybe I need to put a bit more faith in my daughter but I just don’t want her to worry about anything, I will decide later when I know how the chemo is going.  I might try the cold cap it sounds silly but I don’t want to look ill, I know it’s daft but at the moment it seems important? It’s good news though that the size has reduced by 50% at least you know it’s working for you x

Thank you Liliana, it’s so nice to know you’re not alone, everyone seems so strong and I feel like I’m falling apart and worrying about the wrong things, the needles, my hair...

i have two weeks now to get my head into gear and kick cancers butt! 

Thank you for your support x

Hi Friends, I'm on my 8th day of Radiation and doing good, just some days very tired. Question: has any of you been on Arimidex (anastroezole)? Has anyone gained weight on it? I'm so afraid of the weight gain. I'm now at 140 Lbs which is my ideal weight, I ve lost 20 lbs I don't want to put any weight as I have Rheumatoid arthritis and that wouldn't be good for my bone pain plus I know this medication give's you bone pain. any other side effects? I'm post-menopausal.

I hope everyone is fine. have a fantastic day. And those going thru treatment get a super big hug from me!!

Liliana

Ĺadies who are and will be having chemo - I read Victoria Derbyshire's book which gave a good insight. Just remember- everyone reacts differently and try not to stress about it (easier said than done!). One day at a time and why worry about something that hasn't happened? I know some women who had chemo and didn't lose hair.

I shall try that app. I have hated meat and fish since day 2 of rad treatment so struggle a bit with not eating cheese - my "go to" sandwich when can't be bothered to cook.

Rach42 great news it hasn't spread! You're gonna be treated and that is a very good thing. Hang in there. It is tough but just take it one day at a time. You got this!

Thank you and great advise.  One day one day at a time, I have got this x

Hi rach42 I'm really pleased to hear that you have no spread. I really can't comment on chemo as I was lucky enough to dodge it. What I can say is that we all have no idea how we will react to different treatments. It's something that you find out as you go. I think it's natural to worry about the smaller things as it distracts you from the big thing. It's ok to worry about anything that worry you. So please dont apologise for that. You never know, if you do lose your hair you may rock the look just like our dizzle does. Big hugs coming at you x

Thank you Cornish, again wise words, you ladies are amazing, I’m glad you dodged chemo but like you said we all react differently to each treatment and as long as we all get the right end result then does it matter how we get there, I feel stronger already just being on here for an hour.  Let’s hope I rock the look if not then I’ll get an awesome wig 

thanks again x