Hi there, I had 6 rounds of FEC ending in May last year.

The fatigue can be really bad at times but does get better but often after the chemo has finished, some people experience it for a long time after too unfortunately.

I got out of bed everyday even if it was for short periods, I walked as much as I could even if it was only around the block. I worked from home on the days I felt well but took it really easy when I didn't. You have to sleep when your body is telling you even if it's for short naps.

I work in a hospital so had to work from home to protect myself from covid, you must also do this as your blood counts may drop leaving you very vulnerable to infection which can be very dangerous.

While it is tough, don't mean to be gloomy but you just have to give yr body what it needs to get through this.

Hooe this helps and you are through it soon.

Thanks so much for your reply. That does make me feel better that there's light at the end of the tunnel if I pace myself.

Thank you

Here to help if I can my dear and there is light at the end of it too.

look after yourself, soon be all done xxx

Hi, I totally agree with Keira. However tired you feel, try to make yourself get out for a walk every day, even if it's just up the road and back, or even around the garden. It will do wonders for your fatigue and outlook/mood. I sailed through 3 cycles of EC and I'm convinced walking every day and drinking as much water as possible made all the difference. I then moved to 4 cycles of Docetaxel, which was a bit harder, but I still tried to walk every day (only missed 5 or 6 of my worst days). 

I wish you all the best. You can do it!

Take care

Amy x

Really appreciate you both commenting. Will definitely try a walk, even when I'm feeling at my worst.

Thank you

If you can do it in daylight or better still sunshine, it will really boost your mood. Good luck! I'm cheering you on! xx