Tips for getting through chemotherapy

It is my opinion that you should resurrect this thread instead of starting a new one. The wisdone of the past is here & can be carried forward.

Thanks Lisa. Although I didn't really contribute - I agree that this thread has GREAT info.

Lisa - look for the current chemo thread. Probably December 2020. I found a lot of help going through with a group since everyone one is "on edge". I actually went back & read he month before. I'm still in touch with some of these ladies.

And here's the December thread

https://community.breastcancer.org/forum/69/topics...

Hi,

So I’m on day two of my first round of chemo and I have really bad pain in my bones. I received the Whit blood cell growth stimulating shot yesterday. Those pains today are no joke. Just have to whine a little to ppl who go thru similar situation. How long do those bone pains usually last

Hi DH320, I had joint pain after the neulasta shot as well, mostly in my lower back & hips. It lasted ~ 24 hours. I'm sorry. I don't have any great tips to alleviate the pain. Did you get a pain med prescription from your MO? I took norco the first 2 days after the neulasta shot so I could sleep. I'm sorry you're enduring the side effects, Hang in there; I wish you the best.

Hi Everyone. I'll be starting TCHP on Thursday. I've gotten so many useful tips from these comments that I would never have thought of. Does anyone happen to know when is the best time to ice hands and feet? From reading the board, it sounds like there's certain drugs or chemo when I would want to ice, or do I have to ice the whole time?