Does any one find out that after only a total of four Treatments that they still get tired very easy

hounddog · November 2003

Hello I find out that after a total of four Treatments that I still get tired very easy and my last treatment was June the 10th. I still shouldn't get tired this easy . I'm still working part -time because that is all I can handel for now. I still hear different comments also like you cut your hair. I find that when I get tired I have to go at my own pace and if people don't like it oh well . I try to be and example and a help to other people that have had breast cancer or cancer because I know what they are going through it is not an easy thing it is hard .And the feelings we all have people don't understand .It is alright to get mad. If we don't it will stay inside and that is not good.
Marilyn

hummingbyrd · November 2003

Marilyn, in my research I'm finding the same is true for cancer, chemo and radiation, dietary supplements make a tremendous difference.
They effect the body's ability to fight the cancer, to withstand the chemo. They improve the effectiveness of treatments and reduce the side effects. It is absolutely astounding!
One site you might start with is www.doctoryourself.com
Hope this helps. God bless. hummingbyrd

DeeNY711 · November 2003

Please be cautious about what you take, thinking that it is going to help. There is currently debate over whether or not antioxidants IMPEDE chemotherapy from working properly since they prevent new cell destruction, which is the whole point to chemotherapy: destroying new cells. Advertisements for vitamins, herbs and other supplements can say anything. Vendors are only held accountable for what is actually on the label. You will find the claims made in advertisements do not appear on the labels for that reason.

inkblot · November 2003

Hi Marilyn:

I echo DeeNY711's caution. I suspended all supplements for 1 week before and 1 week following treatments for that reason. My doctor
discouraged supplements during treatment since the latest scienctific research suggested that they could interfere with the effectiveness of chemo. We go through a lot with adjunctive treatment and I didn't want to risk doing anything at all which could negatively effect the desired result.

I maintained the healthiest diet possible during the two week supplement hiatus and my doctor felt that this was a good, safe compromise.

Most treatment center's have a nutritionist on staff, so don't hesitate to have a consult, as they can offer some great advice and are generally well versed in the latest info re anything which may interact negatively with your treatment.

Beyond treatment, DO take sensible amounts of supplements to help rebuild your body and stamina, as well as incorporating exercise into your daily routine, along with at least 6 to 8 glasses of water each day. If we're inactive during treatments then it may take a bit longer to regain our strength but with a diligent effort, in small increments, the result will be well worth the effort.

If your fatigue seems extreme, then by all means, bring it to the attention of your doctor for evaluation.

Good luck and hope you're feeling better soon.

Love, light and laughter,
Ink

Unknown · November 2003

hummingbyrd said:
Marilyn, in my research I'm finding the same is true for cancer, chemo and radiation, dietary supplements make a tremendous difference.
They effect the body's ability to fight the cancer, to withstand the chemo. They improve the effectiveness of treatments and reduce the side effects. It is absolutely astounding!
One site you might start with is www.doctoryourself.com
Hope this helps. God bless. hummingbyrd

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SweetSue · November 2003

Marilyn, my last chemo (4) was July 8th , and I still get tired.
Sue

DeeNY711 · November 2003

SweetSue said:
Marilyn, my last chemo (4) was July 8th , and I still get tired.
Sue

Sue, there are many messages on the board indicating that people still have that dragging through quicksand feeling for over a year. I think it is not as constant as during chemo. My last treatment was August 6, and there are still days when I am semi-incapacitated. I don't even like to compare it with the word tired, because it is like comparing a sniffle to full blown influenza... they are two different things. Everybody gets tired. Not everybody gets the dragging through quicksand. Hugs, Denise

cammie · November 2003

Some days I blame everything else but the cancer because I am so tired. Kids, basketball, work, cleaning, laundry that dreaded laundry etc... I know that the chemo is still in me at times, I feel it and sometimes still taste it. I know that it is still doing its job. I am glad I havent started on supplements yet, I didn't go through all that chemo to receive only half of its effects. I ended chemo in April, I still get tired. I have had surgery in May, August and just last week. It takes time. But I understand just wanting to go back to that normal feeling. Hang in there.... It will happen. Keep us posted on how you are doing. Cammie

SweetSue · November 2003

DeeNY711 said:
Sue, there are many messages on the board indicating that people still have that dragging through quicksand feeling for over a year. I think it is not as constant as during chemo. My last treatment was August 6, and there are still days when I am semi-incapacitated. I don't even like to compare it with the word tired, because it is like comparing a sniffle to full blown influenza... they are two different things. Everybody gets tired. Not everybody gets the dragging through quicksand. Hugs, Denise

Yep, Denise, it's more than a tired feeling. But when will we get back to normal?
SUe

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