What should I expect during chemotherapy treatment?

Hi my name is Mary and I too like everyone on here has cancer. What in particular do u want to know? Let’s just say it’s not going to be easy. The first 13 yrs. ago was extremely hard because I only had 4 treatments and was very strong. So it was kinda hard to take. I did lose my hair and of course u know the nausea goes along with with it. Actually to be honest u feel like crap. But it passes once u’re through with ur treatment. Unfortunately I’m doing immunotherapy with chemo and it’s been rough. But I’m getting through it and u will too. I was in remission for 8 yrs. and had a pet-scan done my spine lite up. I have tumor on my spine. But least I started this latest treatment I’m doing a lot better. U ll be ok and Im here if u have any other questions or just want to talk. The best part about this sight is everyone knows what u’re going through cause they’ve been there and done it. Good luck and let me know how u’re doing. Mary❤️

Judith, it won’t be your mother’s ( or her friend’s) chemo. They’ve made so many strides in the chemo available and the treatment to support you! Your doctor should be able to tell you what to expect with your specific cocktail. I prepped meals ahead ( especially for my husband) and froze them. Kept small, light nutritious goodies on hand for me— stuff easy to digest— soups, canned fruit, dry toast and jelly. Carbs worked better than heavy protein and fried foods. More frequent, small portions were easier to handle than actual meals. Hope this helps. You can get through this!

Chemotherapy experiences can vary widely from person to person, but many community members find it helpful to know what might be expected during treatment sessions and potential side effects. The medical team will provide detailed information about the specific treatment plan and what to watch for. Consider connecting with others here who have shared similar journeys - their insights about practical tips for treatment days and managing side effects can be incredibly valuable.

Most chemo drugs can cause the typical nausea vomiting constipation diarrhea. Fortunately you can be treated for all of these. Poor appetite is also included along with fatigue. So eat when you can sleep when you can. Take anti nausea and diarrhea meds. Keep busy but don't overdo. Come here when you need to talk or when you feel alone. Good luck to you.

I fasted during chemo for 3 days. Day before, day of treatment and day after. Only drinking water and zero calorie Gatorade. Lots of information online about it. I had a lot of chemo and 2 different kinds I believe 6 months total. I had the maximum lifetime amount for both kinds. I also had no nausea, no vomiting,no neuropathy (until the last dose), no finger/toenail loss...none of the typical side effects I did have total hair loss. I did have fatigue. My doctor removed the anti nausea drugs and steroids from my pre-chemo drugs bc of not having those side effects. I also never took the anti-nasea home rx. I never lost one pound. The first few times weren't easy! I thought I would starve to death but then I got used to it and it became much easier. It greatly prevented damage to my healthy cells while maximizing damage to cancer cells! Turns out cancer cells can't protect themselves like healthy cells can so by fasting it maximized the chemo effect on cancer. I would do it all over again! Please research online. This isn't for everyone. But it absolutely worked for me!