Week after 1st chemo treatment

Ronnie, for many of us, days 3 & 4 of each cycle were the worst.  Then we would feel a bit better during week 2, and better yet (maybe almost normal) week 3.  But the fatique is cumulative, so be sure to pace yourself and not try to do everything you normally do if you're too tired.  Sometimes doing one thing a day -- especially if that's work -- is enough.  Are you getting anything like Neulasta to keep your white blood count up?  And what day is your chemo?  Mine was on Wednesday, so my flu-like symptoms usually started Friday afternoon, and I was at my worst over the weekend.  

If you haven't already, you might want to join the April 2010 chemo group, and also check the ongoing thread on Taxotere & Cytoxin ("Anyone on just Taxotere & Cytoxin?) for lots of input and support from other women doing chemo along with you.   

Good luck, and so glad to see on your other thread that you found a new onc!    Deanna

Ronnie ~ How're you doing?  Hopefully, this week will be better!  Let us know, okay?   Deanna

I had my first chemo on April 19 and yesterday (one week later) I felt normal. My energy level now seems to be fine and I can say I am almost back to my old self - housework, grocery shopping, running errands.  I found the fatigue the first week to be my biggest obstacle. I was always close to a chair as I would do a little bit and then need to take a break and either sit or lie down for a little while.  I hope that my good feelings continue until my next treatment.

Ronnie, are you using Biotene mouthwash?  It's available at Target, etc.  Very good while you're on chemo.  It might even help your sore throat.    Deanna