I just started chemo, had my first session last week. It was ok.....for about 3 days. Not vomiting....just tired, and not myself. On the 4th day I was done. I said I was not going to do any more.....yep, after just one round. Then I spent some time with my adult kids and my grandson. I won't stop chemo for me....and I won't stop chemo for them. You are so strong and so brave. One more......after 5 already....you CAN do it. Prayers to you.
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Lindy wrote on marie60's wall
Dear heart, I am so sorry you are having all these difficulties. I did struggle with low red blood cells, being a vegetarian it was amusing to see me at Sonic desperately eating the hamburgers I was craving. I do wish you could get some help managing the side effects, time is what constitutes our lifespan, chemo is our hedge. I had differing side effects with each chemo, each a surprise but the last was not the worst for me. Please see your oncologist, be frankly honest, detailed about your experiences, fears. You deserve absolute attention and answers.
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Question: I'm quiting chemo.
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marie60 asked a questionEndometrial (Uterine) Cancer
I'm quiting chemo.
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Lirasgirl33
3 days agoI totally understand where you are coming from. Chemo, side effects, the mental, emotional and physical strength it takes is enough to make you just run away from it. I had serious thoughts anout not doing the last chemo. Figured enough was enough but I completed my last chemo....not enthusiastically, but I did it. As others have said, talk to your doctor about your options, maybe a break would be ok. When I started treatment I told myself "I'll do whatever it takes" and I have. My faith in God has gotten me through many times when I felt I couldn't go on....but I asked for his strength and with his strength I could. Praying and wishing you all the best with whichever decision you decide on. Sending hugs your way.
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nmill11
about 18 hours agoI'm going on a short vacation and a wedding at the end of the week. My Oncology Team has told me I could take a week off, but, when I get back I have to be at my best for another wedding on the 14th.
Marie60 I am sending you a HUG. I understand what you said. Chemotherapy wipes the heck out of a person. I was diagnosed with Primary Peritoneal Carcinoma in February of this year. I have been on Taxol and Carboplatin. After a second CAT Scan a Stage 4 liver tumor was found. It won't be cured, but, is treatable. along with the HUGS is my understanding. There are many days I feel like you. I hate Chemo.
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Carol-Charlie wrote on marie60's wall
I know sometimes, as I tried to sleep, I'd puff up my pillow.... like someone's shoulder, I'd pull the covers close around my shoulders and bring my feet up, like a baby, Then I'd take a nap in God's lap... I would begin to visualize it.... and be asleep instantly. He let me nap there when I was little and crying, He let me nap there when I was older.
God bless you, I'm sure he'd let you nap there too.. He has lots of room. AND it's okay to feel sorry for yourself!!!! -
marie60 asked a questionEndometrial (Uterine) Cancer
Is there anything I can do to raise my hemoglobin?
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carm
about 1 month agoHello Marie,
I am attaching a link for you. It is from www.chemocare.com, a site that is free to join. They have a tab on the home page marked "Managing side effects." I hope this information is helpful to you. I just looked for low blood counts on the list and there it was. Best of luck to you, Carm RN.
http://www.chemocare.com/chemotherapy/side-effects/low-blood-counts.aspx -
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