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First chemo + 2: It’s starting to catch up
NB: These posts are written from notes I made at the time. Some days they are reflections; some days they are simply a record of getting through the next hour. I think I managed to pace myself reasonably well today. I did a little work, had a nap when I needed one, did some ironing,…
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First chemo + 1: The fear was worse than the needle
The day after my first chemo session was, surprisingly, not too bad. I felt OK throughout the day and was able to do most things as normal, which felt like a small victory. I knew the treatment effects might not appear immediately, so I was cautiously optimistic – but also aware that I was still…
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First chemo: Almost uneventful (and that’s a good thing)
My first chemotherapy session was, thankfully, almost uneventful – which, in this situation, is exactly what you hope for. The staff were lovely and guided me through the process. They started with an injection into my left thigh, followed by an attempt to insert a cannula into my left arm. Unfortunately, that one didn’t cooperate,…
