when do the aches and pains go away?

tan39
tan39 Member Posts: 49
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
Hi Everyone

Now i am well known for doing 50 things at a time and running before i can walk!!, i am 4 weeks after my last chemo (no rads needed), have taken up Yoga and am back to work, trying to keep active as much as possible, but am finding my body doesnt want to do what my brain does, popping plenty of Nurafen Plus to keep my aching body going and my right side where i had mastectomy aches quite frequently. My question is, when does your body feel as keen to get on with life as your brain does?? Am i overdoing it (as my husband likes to tell me) or should i be doing more to strenghthen everything up .. Your opinions would be greatly appreciated.Tan xx

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  • zahalene
    zahalene Member Posts: 670
    #2
    too much too soon?
    I think you might be taking on a little too much too quickly. Fatigue during and after chemo (both mental and physical) is almost a universal complaint here on the boards . It needs to be managed carefully so that it does not become a permanent health issue. I became so weak after my first 10-month rounds of chemo that I was literally ill from fatigue and my onco was telling me there was nothing wrong with me. Fatigue doesn't show up in blood work or on scans, but it is real and must be respected and treated like any other phase of our disease.
    Just try cutting corners wherever you can, shorter work days, 10 minute exercise programs instead of 30 minute ones, etc. And ask for help more than you have ever done before with the necessary-to-life daily chores. There is no shame in being less than 100% efficient all the time.
    With some time and tlc your body, mind, and spirit will regain a lot of its former oomph and the aches and pains will become less of an issue.
  • mgm42
    mgm42 Member Posts: 491 Member
    #3
    I Agree....
    I understand what you are saying. I lay in bed and plan so many things for each day even though I know, subconsciously, that I won't get them accomplished. But, I agree with Zahelene. You may be doing too much and not giving your body the time it needs to get back up to speed and to heal. My last chemo was 4/19 and my last of 33 rads was June 26th. Only now can I say that I have my old energy back - FOR HALF THE DAY. The mornings and early afternoon, I'm great. The rest of the day I need rest periods in between times of activity. Maybe you should give your brain some exercise that doesn't require physical exertion - like Suduko, crossword puzzles, reading a good mystery, etc. As for physcial exercise, walking may still be the best to untangle your muscles and your brain as well. Don't know if this helps, but hope you are feeling better soon. Hugs, Marilynn
  • tan39
    tan39 Member Posts: 49
    #4
    feeling better
    thanks ladies, its good to know that its normal to not feel great straight away, now i can stop pushing myself, brain excersises are a great idea and i do walk my dog , perhaps i will cut back on the yoga (11/2 hours) to half hour.
    thanks again, as always, tonnes of help xx
  • gramjay
    gramjay Member Posts: 1
    #5
    Ache and Pain
    It's been 2 1/2 years since my last chemo treatment. I can finally say that I am feeling back to normal, with my energy level and strength. I to am a very active person, trying to do seveal things at once. I have learned to slow down and ask family for help. They love the idea that they can finally do something for me once. Hang in there and take care of yourself and your body.
  • Joycelouise
    Joycelouise Member Posts: 482
    #6
    Tan, please listen to your
    Tan, please listen to your body. It will tell you what you need and every "body" is different. I am a go go girl too. Sometimes I didn't feel like slowing down when everyone thought I should. Other times, I feel like being a baby when there is nothing "others" can see wrong. Your body has been through a lot and is a good friend. Just listen to it, do what you feel is good for it, give it what it asks for and thank people politely for their advice. You have earned the right to be your own boss now. I wish you all the best! love, Joyce

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