Well I must admit I have that awful knot in the pit of my stomach. I don’t know why this nightmare of a journey seems more real knowing my husband will have chemo tomorrow. Does that make sense? I just wish I could shake this depressed awful feeling I have inside. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💙💙💙💙
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We all understand what you're going through. I'll say a prayer your husband has a good response and you can find some peace of mind. 🙏
I was glad to begin. My journey through the urologist was frustrating, when I went to M.O. it was more quick and more decisive. I thought of it as finally doing something to fight back. Everyone responds differently, but hoping the chemo works well with minimal side effects.
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Well …. Chemo is a good thing and seems like most guys here take it in stride. The good part is that active and effective treatments are still available for your man. Treatments that will provide the opportunity for extending his life …. providing more quality time for both of you together. Save that knot in the pit of your stomach for much later when most treatments have run out on him and he is looking at Lu-177 or similar treatments.
As this mess goes, sounds like he is still doing OK , and how lucky is he to have such a loving, caring and involved wife , such as yourself…right in there with him at his side …giving him kisses, hugs and support. For guys like us, that’s what counts most.
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Many of us here can relate directly to what you are feeling right now. I remember the anxiety I had the day before I started chemotherapy, not knowing what to expect.
Most people here who had the chemotherapies for prostate cancer will tell you they were well tolerated. Yes, you do feel crappy for the first week, but it's not really bad. For most, you just have to take it easy for a week after infusion.
I've found when I'm anxious about upcoming treatment procedures, tests etc. the best thing is to just focus on what's going on right now. What is happening now and what do I need to do at this time? When tomorrow comes, that's when you deal with everything for tomorrow. You'll be better able to deal with it then too, that's what I've found.
Wishing the best for your husband and you.
Hello, I can relate, I am scheduled for Chemo this Thursday, Aug 26th. I just keep praying, thanks to those who gave a reply.
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🙏Good luck in chemo! May it save you from pc !
Prayers
Do it.
The process is very straight forward and should not intimidate you. You should feel ok for 2 - 3 days after the infusion, then a slow decline for 5 - 7 days. I exercise hard the day of the chemo and for the next 2 days as I know it will deplete me after 3 days.
I had my second Docetaxel one week ago. Feeling a little low energy ATM, slight bleeding nose but otherwise I feel ok.
In a few days I will start to get my energy back.
I wore a cold cap and have lost no hair so no one knows I have PCa. Something to consider.
Do it as long as the benefit outweighs the short to medium term health risks. There are diminishing returns after 5 or 6 sessions.
Thanks, I plan on doing it. Mostly it is the unknown. Again thank you!!
Nice.
Also I had ice chips in my mouth for 2 hours before, during and after the chemo and had no affect on my taste buds. Doesn't work for everyone but give it go imo.
I did not ice my feet or hands but have no Chemo Induced Peripheral Neuropathy. Icing may or may not help according to my M.O.
I find it's best to compare chemotherapy to things everyone's already been through in their life: I'd say for me, chemo was somewhere between a cold and the flu. The last time I had the flu, I remember thinking "this is way worse the chemo!" I also had Norovirus a couple of years ago and threw up for an entire day. I went for my anti-nausea chemo meds because I never used them once, but it was too late. Another time where I thought about how much worse it was than chemo.
And while it's unpleasant for you, the cancer is having it much worse. It always made me feel better when I thought of that.
Fight11• in reply to
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Hi, everyone responds differently to the numerous PCa (Prostate Cancer) therapies. Most have done okay with ADT and Chemo.
Some have iced hands and scalp to prevent neuropathy from the chemo. I fasted two days prior and had no significant side effects :
osher.ucsf.edu/patient-care...
In my situation with a #stageivpca in 01/2015, had ADT (Lupron/Casodex) to start and then 15 Taxotere chemos. MO (Medical Oncologist) went way far outta the protocol box and allowed me to have 9 more than normal.
Had to rechallenge the PCa, as an Axumin scan showed two pelvic lymph nodes. Had 6 more Taxotere sessions and those two spots resolved this year.
My best to you both on your new Journey and may he tolerate the treatments well and have a wonderful result.
Fight on
Randy
I did a modified fast the last three doses and I think it helped. I was tired but it seems the recovery was a bit quicker.
I'm praying he has a great response.
Thank you so much!!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻💙💙
Sending positive healing vibes....if you can take a moment for yourself.....know that just by your being their your showing a speciel love.....unselfish....magnify his feelings 10 fold....but there is only today. Chasing rainbows causes alot of depression for we want a good outcome...doesnt always come....so today make it fun as you can.
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Stay positive and take heed that every infusion is killing the little bastards! My chemo which I did first was a success. I had my first infusion on July 5, 2004. Good luck and I pray he does fine.
GD
Drink lots and lots of water before and after. Really helps. And get outside in the fresh air as much as he can. Helped me for sure.
Schwah
I had doxetaxal for 4 sessions. It's a breeze for some. Others have a few problems. Best to feel positive. It's a tried, and tested therapy for reducing the cancer.
Thoughts of having chemo is depressing. Praying all goes well with the chemo.
I did 10 sessions of chemo. As some have said you feel good for 2-3 days after then it’s a tough week. After that I felt pretty good. I used ice on hands and feet. Helped with neuropathy. Also used hard candies that helped with dry mouth. Drink a ton of water and get outside and walk when you can. Best of luck to both of you.
He is gonna be fine Chemo today has alot less side effects I had Chemo and I am grateful The pain subsided and after a few months recovery I was almost back to full capacity
Training 4 days a week and I am back to work
It's not as awful as you believe
Remind him to make sure he does exercise everyday
Nothing major walk or ride or resistance training they all help t combat the fatigue and the side effects of Chemo
Wishing you all the best
It's the beginning of his journey
That's a good thing
I wish I could give you a big hug right now, I think about my wife and the stress she has gone through the last 5 years , there should be a counselor on staff for the loved ones 😢😢😢. Keep up the faith 🙏🙏🙏❤️
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Stay strong and keep the faith. Prayers going out for you and your husband. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
He'll be ok and there's lots of thoughts and prayers heading your way! Hope that it does its job and knocks this thing back a while!
We are with you!
Best Wishes and Regards!
I just had my 15th chemo , I look at it as a fight , cancer is trying to take something from you and your family , this is your weapon to fight back and keep this bastard at bay , or if you are lucky , cause it to retreat , be positive and supportive , but a good cry never hurts either
Hang in there. I just finished five infusions of doxy taxol and it is working. My PSA has dropped from 15.5 to 0.12. my wife and I had the same thoughts you and your husband are having and my only advice is to please drink a lot of water because the medicine can be very constipating and in the first week when you don't feel well the last thing you need is to be constipated too. Please be aware that as you go on with additional infusions that you will notice and increasing amount of fatigue. I am now 2 months after chemo and my hair is beginning to come back and I'm working out as much as possible everyday to get my strength back. A positive attitude and prayers to our wonderful Lord are the key to your success. Good luck.
Fight11• in reply to
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That's the same feeling I had when I was married to my ex-wife..... Hang in there your husband is getting the proper treatment... No one likes the word "chemo" but it works....
Good Luck, Good Health and Good Humor.
j-o-h-n Tuesday 08/24/2021 2:09 PM DST
Stay positive and have good thoughts. Both you and your hubby are doing the right thing and all will be well. Have Faith.
My vey best to you and loved ones ❤️
Haniff
Hi, I've been through chemo and radio, and while I was rather calm and accepting of my situation, my wife was beside herself. It was and still is hard for my wife as she can't fix me and is largely an observer in all of this which drives her nuts. Her feelings of helplessness give way to dark 'what if thoughts' and from my perspective it saddens me to see my love upset. Please take heart that chemo is good thing to treat PCa and for me it was made more bearable with the care and support from my wife. You've got this, 😎 DD.
Hows he handling first treatment
Hi there Miss Fight! Hope it went well for your hubby. And you. My hubby went through 9 chemo sessions ending in April. Started again last Thursday. He has tolerated it well so far. It's a process for sure. I try to stock up on foods that might sound good for those few days when he struggles with eating. It's mostly a swing and a miss with that although this go around cantelope is the clear winner. I was concerned with this last appointment on where to hang out during his treatment. During past chemo treatments I was able to stay in the car and read a book. We go to Phoenix for these treatments and it's too damn hot to do that. I sat on a bench outside the door. It would open & close a lot. Every time it did I would get a rush of cool air. Met a lot of people. Felt like the official greeter. You and your hubby will adjust to this new awful norm. You'll find things that make it better and eliminate what doesn't work. I look forward to Eric coming through that door when he's done. And we both have stories to share on our ride home. And end up laughing most of the way.
I still get those awful feelings and as much as you know you need to stay positive and focus on being present in the moment you can't help but go to that dark place. I find myself almost daily crying on my way to work. By the time I get there I can pretty much pull it together. I think it's my own personal therapy. I'm not recommending this in any way but just to let you know there are others out there that understand your struggle and we're all cheering you on and cheering your hubby on for successful treatments.
Stay strong for him. He's lucky to have you.
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