October 2013 Chemotherapy

ladies - I just want to thank you for all the support over the last few months. It has helped me tremendously. To know I can log in and speak with others that get it had been incredible. Everyone is so knowledgeable. Thank you again we will get through this.

I am sure you all know what my wish was for my birthday!!

I haven't been on in a while. You ladies are awesome. Congrats to those finishing up this week. I get my 3rd AC on tmrw and the neuropathy shot on thanksgiving day. There goes thanksgiving, although I can't taste anything anyway. I will be home in bed. I feel so bad for my hubby. I usually cook every TG. Have a wonderful holiday all.

I had a feeling you were feeling some side effects. I hope it is better for you with Taxol. I am feeling pretty lucky so far. I had a bit of heartburn and upset stomach the first evening but cleared with metoclopromide. Sleeping pill took care of steroid jitters and so far the neulasta shot (injection yesterday) has not caused any pain at site or bones. I didn't use Claritin. I am feeling pretty good so far.

I hope things improve for you soon. Take care of yourself.

My Dear BC Friends/Family,

I wish all of you and your families and friends a Very Blessed, Health filled, Bountiful and Happy Thanksgiving Day. You have all entered and affected my life in many different ways, from your heart wrenching dx's, surgeries, chemos, survival tips, sharing life's precious moments and everday anecdotals.

I am thankful to each and every one of you, for sharing and helping me and so many others through our anxiety, worries, tears, chuckles, laughs, rants,vents, pity moments.....the list continues.

You will each be at my Thanksgiving table,

Vivian

Happy Thanksgiving to my American neighbours. Hope everyone does ok on this very different thanksgiving. Next year will be better I bet.

Wrenn - it can last several days to a week.  I'd take the Claritan now, although it might not be very effective since it works best if taken the day before the Neulasta injection and then for about 5 days after.

Yes, YIKES is a good way to put it.....!!!!! 

FYI - Peppermint Oil is a good alternative to anything internal.  Works great for nausea either in a diffuser or can be used topically.

Thanks, Wrenn. 

Here is a little info I got from my MO this last chemo on the horrible fatigue....she asked me "does it feel like you just fall off a cliff physically and fatigue sets in suddenly and through the entire body"? - to which I said YES!  She said it is sometimes associated with the sudden stoppage of the Dex.  So, after I take 2 pills a day for 3 days following chemo, she had me take an additional 1 pill a day for 3 more days.  It helped some.

Your description of how you felt this morning vs later today makes me wonder if perhaps you might talk to your MO before your next chemo and see if adding a few more days of Dex at a low dosage might help you out. 

Feeling better today so hoping I've "turned the corner" for this round and hoping for a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow.  Still not up to eating but we've planned a very low key appetizer day w/just hubby and I.  The big turkey dinner will have to wait til Christmas.....

Hoping the bone pain doesn't set in too bad.  If it does, don't hesitate to call MO for suggestions.

Wrenn -- so sorry you are having bone pain. I take the Claritin, but still get some pain in my feet and ankles, and it is worse at night. Don't feel bad about saying you were doing well this morning, -- you didn't know you would feel worse as the day went on. The steroids tide you over for a couple days. And then it sets in. Day 3 and 4 are usually worst for me. My MO said I could take Motrin and Tylenol, alternating every 3 hours for the pain -- but I know some MOs don't OK Motrin. Hang in there -- and if need be, call the MO on call to see what you can take for the pain.

Happy Thanksgiving to all !! I am blessed to have a 'good' week and am able to EAT!! I've lost 7lbs since I started chemo on 10/7 ( I could use to lose it he he) but today I will probably gain half back! YIPEE!!

Enjoy the day as much as you can!!

Wrenn,

I saw your post about the bone pain. I too took Clartin for 3-4 days with my shot and after. I did feel some of the pain but it is doable w/Claritin. I am able to take Tylenol as well but no aspirin due to my tx regimen.

I start Taxol Monday. Getting anxious just thinking about it. I am going in for another echo this week to boot.

Still awaiting results on my follow up ultrasound from my cyst and polyps(sp). Can you believe it has been 2 weeks and my Dr. still has not read my results? Yikes! First time I have had to wait for so long?

Happy Thanksgiving relocatedtarheel. Yes Taxol is much better than a/c at least for me. I did 4 rounds of a/c which was tough but doable. The side effects were rough some days but I made it through. I am going for my 3rd round of 4 on Taxol and I can tell you the only aggravating side effect I have had is constipation and a little fatigue. Taste buds and appetite is back which was almost non existant on a/c for me. I wish you well and minimum se when you begin taxol.

Good Morning

the morning after the big feast....hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We had way too much food, but for the most part I was able to taste it. Wasn't keen on desserts though. Just never know what those taste buds are going to do. Thursday are normally my *bad* day, this being my 2nd weekly Taxol I expected some pain & fatigue from being anemic but it was a good day.

I hope all of you had a decent day. Anyone get a bit emotional? That realization of here's the holiday season & here I am with cancer going though chemo lurks in the corners of the brain.....

VintageGal

LiLi1964

I understand....I had all those thoughts & emotions too. We put up a brave front but it can be a struggle.

Hope you're doing ok today.

VintageGal, Thanksgiving brought way too much food! I don't have taste buds issues, I actually am really hungry all day.

I don't feel sad but I am sure it has to do with having my last chemo treatment next week and right after three weeks is Xmas. I am wondering if I want to have a Xmas tree or not though. I am worried about getting any type of infections and trees come from who knows where.

What are your thoughts? I know I am oaranoic with infections...