Many patients on chemotherapy experience nausea and vomiting, some more severely than others. Vomiting and diarrhoea can also be caused by highly contagious viral infections. To function correctly, your body needs both water and electrolytes (such as sodium, potassium and chloride). Water helps to maintain body temperature, digest food and lubricate tissues and joints. Electrolytes, help …
Some patients can relax and read at treatment and others work on their iPads or laptops. Often centres have wireless internet so you can catch up emails, facebook, instagram or work etc. Be aware if using public internet. If you are into craft try knitting, crocheting or colouring books. Keeping occupied will help make time go …
After your chemotherapy treatment don’t forget to hydrate. You may not feel well for the first few days but it’s important to drink lots of fluids. Staying hydrated helps to flush chemo chemicals out of your kidneys – the organs that control your bodily waste. Drinking plenty of water will help your kidneys to break down …
It may have been a day for chocolate for Easter but 22nd April, 2019 is Jelly Bean Day celebrating the entire rainbow of flavours that the world has to offer. We pop a packet of Glucojel Jelly Beans in our Kit for Cancer case. They are a family favourite and an iconic pharmacy item. Our Kit is nearly overflowing but …
Cancer fatigue is different from everyday tiredness and can happen suddenly. Everything can seem overwhelming, an effort, very frustrating and affect your moods. You feel so tired and lacking energy that even your general day-to-day living become difficult. Resting does not always help but listen to your body and go by how you feel, If you need a …
For festive celebrations you may need a quick pick me up.. We’ve squeezed a 70g pack of Glucojel Jelly Beans into Kit because they are a go to when you are in need of a boost. Glucojel Jelly Beans are made from glucose, the form of sugar most easily absorbed into the blood stream. Runners and cyclists have …
How do you pass the time at chemo and in waiting rooms? Do you pass the time with a good book? Some patients like to put some music or eBooks on their iPhones/iPod and pop their headphones in. We include some headphones in Kit. Often centres have wireless internet os you can bring your laptop, …
We know the importance of good skincare and moisturising during chemotherapy and radiation. Super-hot showers and baths can be tempting but experts recommend using lukewarm water instead! Hot water can dry out your skin and strip it of the natural oils it produces leading to a loss of moisture. Use gentle products that minimise the chance of …
Hydralyte is the best thing to ensure that you replenish all of your electrolytes back into your body if you are dehydrated. You might not be drinking enough fluids during illness and things get off-balance. Some of the signs of dehydration can be increased thirst, decreased urine output and feeling lethargic. To function correctly, your body needs …
Feeling whole body tiredness or weakness, lacking energy (fatigue) and being exhausted mentally or emotionally are some of the most common and often the most debilitating side effect of chemotherapy. Cancer-related fatigue is different from everyday tiredness and can happen suddenly. Normally when you feel tired you get some sleep and wake up feeling refreshed and okay. Resting does not …
