Having a stressful day today. Had my pre chemo consultation by phone today. Went well with lots of information given about what to expect.  However, I did forget to mention about some niggling breast pain I've been having. They come and go, sometimes slightly shooting pain. Did phone breast care nurses last week, who said probably due to all the biopsies I had. They were done a few weeks ago, so wondered if pains would only start happening in the last week. So annoyed with myself, even had it written down. I know I can mention on Monday, but will now have to go through two more days of stress!!

Hi Pippin 24, I think every little niggling pain is a worry when you're in the position that we are, try not to worry hopefully the chemotherapy will start to work killing all of the harmful cancer cells,  hope everything goes well for you on Monday,   I'm anxious at the moment waiting for my PET scan results on Friday the 8th xx

Hi MadhatterC, good luck for tomorro, hope all goes well. I also took a neck pillow, which I have used both times, when listening to music. Also took a blanket, which so far haven't needed. Sounds like you're all set and great that you're having your PICC line put in on the day. I spoke to a lady today who had just had hers done and she said it was fine. Keep in touch, would like to know how you get on. Xx

Excellent news Pippin. How do you feel hun? 

Hi MadhatterC, all went well thank you. Got home about 5pm, got into pj's and just chilling. Hopefully size effects will be minimal, like last time. I was given co-codamol for headaches if I need them, along with medication for constipation, so hopefully those issues will be ok this time. They have warned me that tiredness will likely increase going forward, so will see how that goes. Still hope to walk every day (weather permitting) if I can. Will be thinking of you tomorrow. Xx

Pleased your feeling bit better.  Yes 2 nd round tomorrow. Be glad to get it over as super anxious.  
I know what you mean about every teak or pain.  I had discomfort in my breast around scars and convinced myself cancer was back.  Weirdly thought of more chemo reassures me anything nasty will be zapped.  

xx 

Does your hospital offer hot drinks , treats , sandwiches ? 
I was advised to drink plenty of water before PICC was put in as prepares veins / arteries 

good luck tomorrow.  Will be thinking of you 

sorry to hear you can’t have the cold cap

have you some nice headwear. 
xx 

So pleased to hear all has gone well.  Fingers crossed side effects minimal as before 

keep us posted on progress 

xxx 

Exactly let the chemo work its magic to zap anything in its way!! Good luck today...thinking of you and sending positive vibes for a relatively easy ride this round. Let us know how you're getting on... xx

Hope it went well today lovely..thinking of you. Another dose done to zap, zap, zap! Hope you're home and resting up xx

Just checking in....hope you're doing ok today and being looked after xx

Hi Greeny80, I didn't sleep too well last night as kept waking up due to hot flushes, then needed to wee. Not really any side effects apart from tiredness. Did have a slight headache today, but not bad enough to take anything, so an improvement on last time. Went for a walk with hubby, which was really nice. How are you doing at the moment?

Hi Greeny80, I didn't sleep too well last night as kept waking up due to hot flushes, then needed to wee. Not really any side effects apart from tiredness. Did have a slight headache today, but not bad enough to take anything, so an improvement on last time. Went for a walk with hubby, which was really nice. How are you doing at the moment?

Hey! Sorry you didn’t sleep well but very happy to hear that side effects other than tiredness seem to be minimal. That’s great news! Long may that continue..

I’m doing ok. I’m over the nausea and was starting to feel good and have more energy but today my throat has been hurting and I have a few mouth ulcers! They’re not too sore at the moment so hoping they may calm after a good sleep!! My body really didn’t like this drug!!!!

my oncologist said I was allowed to travel though so I’m off to see my parents for Easter which I’m so looking forward to! 

Hope you continue to breeze through this cycle! Hugs xx

Hi Pippin 24, hope all went well yesterday,  another one ticked off for you! Xx

Hi Greeny80 have just seen you're struggling with a sore mouth,  I asked the dentist for something last time I had chemo and he gave me difflam mouthwash,  it really helped,  quite pricey so try and get a prescription  if you can xx

Ah thanks so much! Yes the doctor has given me some difflam! I’m on it!! It’s not super sore at the moment, mouth just feels weird..going to jump into bed early and hope that nips it in the bud! Thank you so much for messaging..hugely appreciated! How are you doing?? Hope you’re ok? X

Sorry to hear you didn’t sleep too well - I’m struggling to sleep tonight dyer treatment today as well

i hope tonight is better for you and side defects remain minimal 

you re officially a third of the way through.  It’s encouraging isn’t it

take care and keep us posted on progress

xx  

Glad to hear the nausea is settling, make sure to tell them about it next time, they can probably adjust your meds. I did get a sore throat last time after a few days and a sore tongue, but that didn't last too long, so hopefully yours will settle down too. It's strange how people react differently to the various drugs, maybe you'll be much better with the next one. Hope you have a lovely time away visiting your parents, I'm sure it will do you good. Xxx

Yes hoping the sore throat won’t stay around for long…then I can have a few weeks of feeling good before we go again! Will be interesting to see how differently i react to the new drugs and the Docetaxel!! We’ll see!

yes can’t wait to see family and to be by the sea..even if freezing and windy it’s always good to get a blast of sea air! 

wherabaouts do you live? Are you UK? 

hope you have a good day today and manage to get our for your daily walk! Xx

Hi Rufusblue, it sure is good to get that second one ticked off. Hopefully the elevated liver function doesn't worsen and delay the 3rd one. Have increased my water intake in the hope that helps. April will be busy for me. Have my port being fitted next week, third cycle, then thorax ct scan, which I'm a little worried about. Not sure how long results will take for that, not too long I hope. I hate the thought of the waiting game again. How are you feeling at the moment?

Good to hear that you didn't have the same reaction as last time. I slept a lot this evening, so not sure how tonight will go. Hopefully your injections won't cause so much trouble, with the new meds. I don't start mine until day 4. I have 7 cycles of treatment, so 1 more than you. One more EC, then four docetaxel. I hope you continue to feel fine this time round. Xx

That's me tonight/this morning Pippin up and down like a yo yo