Overwhelming tiredness - Lymphomas Message Board

singer78 · 06-14-2007, 10:46 AM

Hi All,
I go for my 2nd chemo treatment tomorrow...blood work today.
This forum has been wonderful, teaching me what's currently happening to me, as well as what to expect. Yesterday, I pushed myself some and did more walking than usual, and also visited. At the end of the day, I had shoulder pain (which has been ongoing) and realized I might have "overdone it."
I got enough sleep, but today you'd think I'd have 2 thousand pound weights on both feet! This overwhelming tiredness, is new to me.
I want to ask this forum, do you have any tips?
I read where it's best "not" to just lie around (unless you're queasy) and do things...light exercise, walking, etc.
Right now, I feel like I can't even get up off this chair to get ready for the Oncologist. Is it the chemo, or the lymphoma, or the whole-ball-of-wax?
I wish they had "energy" pills that really worked and were good for you! I'd be the first in line for a hand-out!
Tips??? Thanks. Hope all my friends on here are having a good ole' day! Everyone's being a little quiet-------

S.

Ails · 06-14-2007, 11:44 AM

Big waxy ball !!

The way I see it you have 2 options

Option 1 - carry on regardless
Option 2 - slow down and get on with things at your own pace

both good options if you really listen to your body and if taking option 1 take a little breather every so often (you know me, I took option 1 as am a loony tune but still kicked back and slobbed in front of TV when it got a little too much)

Good luck for tomorrow, not that you'll need it. Just think, by this time tomorrow that will be 2 over and done with and out of the way!!!

Ails xx

singer78 · 06-14-2007, 12:12 PM

Thank you, sweetie.
I knew you'd say something reassuring.
I already feel a little better, only after an hour has passed. One thing about these symptoms---you always know they'll subside....when?---don't know...but, they always do. Thank goodness for that!
I'm reading a book, "The Great Physician's RX for Cancer" by Jordan Rubin. I've found it to be very enlightening and making me think. Anyone read that? He, himself, did not have cancer, but did extensive research. Anyway, he SO believes in exercise--- and fresh air.
Yes, I'm ready and armed for round # 2 !!! You're right, Ails---it's moving right along!

BeachJen · 06-14-2007, 04:09 PM

It's the whole darn ball of wax Singer and when it happens you have to listen to your body. Slow down, take a rest or nap or something until it subsides. It's only been 2 months since I'm cancer free and I still am soooooooooooo tired. I'm back working and come home and

I'll be thinking of you tomorrow and sending you good ***** that this one is easier than the last. And don't forget to put that nick in the tree, 2 down.

singer78 · 06-14-2007, 05:03 PM

Hi...
I just got back from my blood work. I'm not exactly a "happy camper," because apparently one of my "counts" (not sure which one) is only "300" and is supposed to be around "1000." My Oncologist said we may have to delay chemo, until I'm boosted back up with some drug ...."Neu--something or other." I need to do some research. I'm frustrated, because I want to get this thing moving, but I'm also thankful that my Oncologist is keeping a watchful eye on me.
Anybody encounter this? I was so hopeful to get the ball rolling....
My Oncologist doesn't seem too bothered by it all. Just a kink in the road...you think???
S.