Yes, this past Tuesday I had my 12 cycle of chemotherapy. I find physically I'm quite tired and mentally I'm a bit worn out as well. Generally, I'm doing quite well but find I don't have energy to do much of anything. My days are spent with the majority of the day watching television and surfing the net. Walking for any distance and standing for any length of time are out of the question.
With my most recent visit with the oncologist, a decision was made to cut back the dosage of the Taxotere chemo to give me a bit of relief and more quality of life. I have mixed feeling. I was feeling a bit sad about that as I really want to hit this cancer straight on as hard as I can. Deep down, however, I am feeling excited to get some relief from the chemo. Spring is in the air and a bit more energy would be a blessing.
Hoping everyone is coping well.
Daria
Well done, Darla, for making it through. Any level of side effects can get you down after a while. I, too, am doing weekly chemo (Taxol) and have just completed week 9 - 3 to go!! I'm so looking forward to being where you are now. It may take some time, but I'm sure you'll notice a gradual improvement in how you feel. And you'll know that you were tough enough to get there.
Like you, too, I've had a dose reduction, in my case due to some mild peripheral neuropathy. I'm quite happy for it not to get any worse! I also did some reading and found out that they start by giving you the maximum dose that is generally tolerated. Then they can adjust it down to the dose that you as an individual can tolerate. So really, you have still hit the cancer as hard as you could. Sometimes it all seems a bit hit-and-miss.
Anyway, enjoy your new chemo-free life.
Very best wishes
Sue