Hi! Anyone got any tips for overcoming tiredness and aching bones which are continuing 12 years after chemotherapy? Thanks!

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Wow I can't imagine 12 years after chemotherapy. I'm sorry to hear you're still suffering from tiredness and aching bones. Do you think it was aggravated by chemotherapy? I'm assuming you've tried all avenues to conquer the problem - GP, consultant referrals, complimentary therapies, etc.

I suppose the only thing I can suggest if you've tried all these is that you look at how you can change your diet and lifestyle to see if this has any effect. It might be helpful to seek expert advice on this.

I'm sure you'll get some helpful advice on this forum.

Best wishes, Annie x

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Oh, I could have mentioned the Penny Brohn Cancer Centre in Bristol. They take a holistic view of treating cancer and it's symptoms. It's worth looking them up to see if you think their philosophy will help. xx

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Many thanks for your reply. Yes, I think having a surgical menopause and chemotherapy combined did have an effect. GPs etc. have been sympathetic but no real practical help. I will take a look at the Penny Brohn Centre.

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Hi Celestine

Have you ruled out anaemia & thyroid issues? Is it physical tiredness or sleepiness?

Many congrats on 12 years - that's wonderful!

Monique x

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Thanks for your comments. Yes, I've gone to the GP several times over the years and had anaemia and thyroid ruled out (especially since my Mum has thyroid difficulties). I've also had regular bone density scans which have been fine. I'm due another one soon as well as my yearly CA125 check up.

It is a physical tiredness which at first I put down to post treatment lack of exercise and joined a gym to get back on track. While that helped it was extremely draining and I had to limit how long I exercised - else I couldn't do anything else that day or the next! Now I pace myself carefully.

Anne

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It's also possibly still menopause-related, assuming you have had a surgically brought on menopause. It's unusual to go on this long - but can happen. Have a look at your magnesium levels. Magnesium is necessary for bone health and often gets depleted.

Can you find a GP who knows about these things?

Very best wishes,

Isadora.

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Thanks for replying. Yes, it was a surgical menopause so I think you're probably correct - I tend to blame the chemotherapy for everything! I haven't had anyone else mention magnesium levels before so I will check that out.

Many thanks,

Anne

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Have a look at calmnatural.co.uk/magnesium...

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