Cancer Support and Caregivers Who Are Trail Blazers!

[JustJo]

Originally Posted by Heavenleahangel

Just stopping in to give everyone an update on my progress. I have been sick to my stomach and feeling really "bloated" all week. I know now why they say chemo causes fatigue but I dont understand how they expect you to exercise to beat the fatigue. The people who tell you that obviously have never went through this stuff. I just cant muster the energy to walk up my stairs, let alone exercise. Mine is partly from the dehydration, Im sure.
I have tried to shield Jacob from as much of this as I can, but he is so smart and so clingy to me, I cant hide my condition. It really makes me sad...
Thanks again everyone for the private and yahoo messages wishing me well. It really brightens my day when I log in and see that someone cares.

Hi Heavenlea,

Sorry you're feeling so bad. My mom struggles with dehydration and it was a major issue. We found that adding Pedialyte did her a world of good. Right now we use the unflavored variety and mix it half and half with juice a couple times a day. It's worth a try.

[Heavenleahangel]

Originally Posted by JustJo

Hi Heavenlea,

Sorry you're feeling so bad. My mom struggles with dehydration and it was a major issue. We found that adding Pedialyte did her a world of good. Right now we use the unflavored variety and mix it half and half with juice a couple times a day. It's worth a try.

Thanks for the suggestion. I naively started guzzling Chrystal Lite, but the dr told me any kind of beverages that have "lite" in the name will just run right through me and NOT to drink them. Who knew, right? I have started eating ice chips, too. It's all water..lol, and popsickles. I hope your Mom feels better soon! You are very special for caring for her. Wish I could say the same about my family.