Yesterday was my 3rd and last injection for the first cycle. The cumulative effects of the chemicals are finally setting in. I experienced fatigue with a capital F. Nausea was not far away although, thankfully, I managed to hold on to what I ate. These days, side effects management is so advanced. I had anti-nausea drip and given pills before treatment. The first and foremost priority is still to keep myself hydrated. Can't wait to see the side effect go..
Haven't worn my wigs yet. One is indeed funky as my hair stylist thought it so 'me'. I look like I'm on the Cats musical set. The other is bit more sedate although it has the nice ash gray highlight. Have to look my age now.
There's enough caps, scarves, bandanas, beanies to keep me co-ordinated sartorially in the meantime.
My 3-week cycle works this way : 1st week of fatigue, 2nd week of low immuno and 3rd week of recovery. It is in the last week that I 'm up to visitors.
Audio books are such great inventions. Whenever I'm kept awake in between my pee breaks, I tune in to Peter Mayle's Provence adventures which are delightful description of how an English couple who set up home in Provence, France encountered cross-cultural situations from interaction with neighbours. It was recommended by a friend who went through similar recuperation needs.
Must turn in early again. Feeling fatigued already.
sunnybunny
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