Starting 16 rounds of AC-T chemo. Scared and depressed. :(

desertgirl947 said:

It Does Take a Bit to Settle

A year ago this week I was told that I needed to consider chemo and radiation therapy, based on the results of my pathology reports.  My oncologist laid out the stats to show why this was what he was recommending.

I really was hoping to avoid chemo, and so it took me a bit to settle and accept this.  Oddly, the day I was told this -- and that I would need to get a port -- was the day that in the afternoon I had a follow up appointment with my initial surgeon.  By the time I had that appointment, my oncologist's office had called his office to let them know the plan.  So, that afternoon I was shown what the port looked like and how it would be put in and how it would function.  That was Monday.  Friday morning my port was put in.

I had the same number of infusions of AC as you will have; I had fewer of T.

I made it through.  My friends and colleagues tell me that if they did not know what I had been through last year, they would have no idea to see me today.

Keep a positive mindset.  Hang in there.  Plenty of people here can share with you things that will help and encourage you.  Just remember that two people can have the same diagnosis and treatment plan and their reactions and responses be different.  We here can give you ideas of what you could expect, and you will find that some things we have in common; other things we don't.

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I know you can see all the love and support you've got by just seeing the posts.  You will never be alone, you've got us! 

Well you may live alone but you are not alone! We are here for you. I think you will do great! Time will fly so fast you won't even notice.

Remember to ask questions about side effects, how to avoid them, how to stay healthy during chemo, etc. There are a lot of useful posts here you can use as reference.  It is normal to feel upset. No one deserves this. (Not even my worst enemy.) As time goes by you will feel more in control with a solid plan and you will see the light at the end of the tunnel. I will be praying for you so you heal well and everything goes smoothly with NO complications. Remember you can count on all of us!

Hugs!

Hi Susan,

I just wanted to say Hi and let you know you are in my thoughts.  Keep going with your blog, it's amazing.  You are so honest and I think it's therapeutic for you and it will be for others one day as well.  

Hugs coming your way,

Ginny

LoveBabyJesus said:

SUPER HUGE HUGS!

Well you may live alone but you are not alone! We are here for you. I think you will do great! Time will fly so fast you won't even notice.

Remember to ask questions about side effects, how to avoid them, how to stay healthy during chemo, etc. There are a lot of useful posts here you can use as reference.  It is normal to feel upset. No one deserves this. (Not even my worst enemy.) As time goes by you will feel more in control with a solid plan and you will see the light at the end of the tunnel. I will be praying for you so you heal well and everything goes smoothly with NO complications. Remember you can count on all of us!

Hugs!

You've got more hugs coming from me!   How are you doing?  Post any update when you can for us.

Hugs, Lex

kmenurse said:

Lots of HUGS!!!

I can't do much in the way of advice other then a positive attitude is a must.... For my journey too, is just beganing.... Lots of HUGS AND PRAYERS!!! coming your way... Kathy

Just checking in with you, dear Sister in PINK. 

Strength, Courage and HOPE for a Cure.

Vicki Sam

Josie21 said:

Hi Susan

Hi Susan,

I just wanted to say Hi and let you know you are in my thoughts.  Keep going with your blog, it's amazing.  You are so honest and I think it's therapeutic for you and it will be for others one day as well.  

Hugs coming your way,

Ginny

I hope you're ready for more hugs and prayers Susan as they are coming to you from me today and for as long as you need them. 

Josie21 said:

Hi Susan

Hi Susan,

I just wanted to say Hi and let you know you are in my thoughts.  Keep going with your blog, it's amazing.  You are so honest and I think it's therapeutic for you and it will be for others one day as well.  

Hugs coming your way,

Ginny

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.  I might have missed it on here, but, where is your blog? 

Hugs, Rose

Josie21 said:

Hi Susan

Hi Susan,

I just wanted to say Hi and let you know you are in my thoughts.  Keep going with your blog, it's amazing.  You are so honest and I think it's therapeutic for you and it will be for others one day as well.  

Hugs coming your way,

Ginny

Sending big smiles, lots of hugs and hoping that if you've started chemo, that you have no side effects.

Pink Rose said:

How is chemo going?  You

How is chemo going?  You ok?

Hugs, Rose

Starting to worry...  I hope you feel good enough to post something for us this week.

Sue

Mikilog said:

Chemo

Hi ssue I am also starting my chemo treatments this coming weds: adriamycin/cytoxan for 4 wakes then taxol for 16 wks to make a total of 20 wks. Yes I am scared silly but we will make it!

miki

Hi Miki

Checking in to see how you are doing. I went through the same chemo June thru November 2012. You will make it through. Stay strong.

Kathy