Thursday, September 6, 2007

More on Treatment - side effects

I am reading about side effects from chemo and radiation. Most people experience fatigue and hair loss. Other side effects include: sore throat, nausea/vomiting, pain, anemia, rash/painful skin, constipation/diarrhea. Few lucky people do not experience side effects at all or very little. I hope I'm going to be one of the lucky ones. But I think I'll probably experience hair loss - when I went back to work after maternity leave this year, I lost lots of hair. I thought I was going bald. It only stopped after the busy season was over. So it will probably happen again. I don't know if I'll get a wig - maybe I can wear a hat or scarf instead. I don't really mind the hair loss because the hair grows back after the treatment is over. I hope my nausea won't be too bad - I was able to survive the morning sickness last year which also lasted about 6 weeks. They say exercises helps to reduce your side effects, so I've been exercising regularly again and I feel very good.

7 comments:

Les said...

I am pulling for you. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help.

GA_Watsons said...
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GA_Watsons said...

Great idea! Now we will all be on the same page concerning the facts. Rebecca

NT said...

Wow... lots of serious side effects. I am always here for ya.

Unknown said...

Mizuho, you are in my our thoughts and prayers. Know that Joseph and I are confident you will pull through this. Do not hesitate to call if you need anything...STAY POSITIVE & STRONG!!

Unknown said...
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Unknown said...

I am confident that you will overcome it. Just keep working out and stay strong. I am always here for you. -CJ