Regimens, side effects, and support from others going through chemo.
Starting chemotherapy this September? Whether you’re preparing for your first infusion, in the middle of treatment, or nearing the finish line, this thread is for you. This is your place to connect, ask questions, share updates, celebrate milestones, and support others who understand the ups and downs of chemotherapy.…
Starting chemotherapy this June? We're glad you're here. Whether you're preparing for your first infusion, counting down to treatment day, or already a few appointments in, this thread is a place to connect with others who understand what you're going through. Chemo can bring a mix of emotions—questions, worries,…
Starting chemotherapy this July? We're so glad you've found us. Whether you're preparing for your first infusion, counting down to treatment day, or already several treatments into your plan, this thread is a place to connect with people who truly understand what you're going through. Chemotherapy can bring a wide range of…
These lists may be read in conjunction with the conversation created by www.breastcancer.org member Melissaga ("Tips for Getting Through Chemotherapy") on December 6th, 2006. Melissa's tips are great. (Posts by member "otter" are invaluable, and reliable). (The initial list & tips were compiled by my wonderful friend Miki,…
Tips/Products For Getting Through Chemo Antiemetics -I'm always shocked when I learn that not all oncology offices follow ASCO guidelines when it comes to antiemetics. AC and similar chemos are the most emetogenic (causing you know what!) out there and need big guns. According to the guidelines, everyone should be getting…
The main Breastcancer.org site has extensive information about Chemotherapy Treatment, including how chemotherapy works, who gets chemotherapy and chemotherapy medicines. Read Breaking Research News about Chemotherapy. Here are some other good places to get started: Chemotherapy: What to Expect Managing Chemotherapy Side…
What side effects have gotten worse for you, if they have in fact done so, a few years after harsh chemo and radiation treatments? It seems like several things are occurring for me due to a weakened system. Whether this is neurological, glandular, gut-brain and or immune weakening i can't say. I am not turning up with much…
If chemo starts for you this March, let this be your sign to step in and say hello. 💛 You do not have to face this chapter quietly—or alone. This space is here to hold the real stuff. The anticipation. The fear. The courage. The logistics. The “how is this going to work?” thoughts at midnight. However you’re…
I am in treatment and while others say I'm doing well, I haven't felt it. I was diagnosed with triple negative IDC in my left breast at 38 this year. Multi-focal, 2 tumors - 1.6 cm and 5 mm. They said node negative but then later my second opinion team, NCI, saw the first place biopsied the wrong node so I had to do it…
Hello all: There is a great and very helpful group in the August 2015 chemo thread, and I hope they will pop in to give advice to all of us 'younger' chemo sisters, but I figured it was time to start the September group for those just starting down this road. My biggest worry is the impact of losing my hair, and am…
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