rmm17 Posted October 15, 2005 Posted October 15, 2005 Today i went to see my Mom for our weekly visit. She looked worse that i have ever seen her. She could barely get off the couch. She's tired, severely nauseous, and a little dizzy. I think she tries to act like she feels ok when i'm around, but i could see it in her eyes. It hurts me so bad to know that i cant do anything to help her. I took care of her cats, made her breakfast, bought my little brothers lunch, and got her some mylanta. I conciously knew she would be this sick, but i never imagined how it would really be. She had the chemo monday-wednesday. When do you think the symptoms will let up? They switched her anti-nausea meds a week ago, and i dont think they are working as well as the old (expensive) ones. I feel terrible about not being able to be there except one day a week. I call her almost everyday, but i feel like a bad daughter for not being there to take care of her and my brothers. Quote
Don Wood Posted October 16, 2005 Posted October 16, 2005 From where I see it, looks like you are doing a lot for your mom and brothers. It depends on the chemo and the individual, but it is not uncommon for the effects to last a week or two. By the way, be sure she is drinking enough liquids so she does not get dehydrated as well. Don Quote
Don Posted October 16, 2005 Posted October 16, 2005 Please go read what I did to fight sclc. Your mom is taking the same treatment chemo and rad like I did. It is a very aggressive approach by your doctor and thats good. I hate to say this but your mom is gonna feel alot sicker before this is over but she can do it. Follow some of the tips I gave but make sure she drinks those fluids. Get her outside in the sunshine for short periods if you can and rent some funny movies. Good luck and God Bless Don Quote
MilliBr1 Posted October 16, 2005 Posted October 16, 2005 Your doing all you can and your mom knows how much you care that is what is important. I also agree keep her hydrated. Sending prayers that she feels better soon. Quote
pammie Posted October 16, 2005 Posted October 16, 2005 Bless your heart. It is tough to see some one we love suffer. Make sure your brothers are helping her out. They can cook and clean. They are old enough to be of a great help. My son-in-law is a wonderful RN. Some of the men have a softer touch and more compassion than the women nurses. Will be praying for all of you.pammie Quote
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