The pattern repeats, with a twist

On the cusp between “week 1” and “week 2” of my second cycle, and I’m delighted to say things have been pretty much a repeat of the first round; perfectly OK for the 1^st half of the week (way-to-go steroids!), followed by tiredness and a tad of nausea for the last few days.  

In fact, on balance I’d say I’ve actually felt better than the same period in the first cycle; not only have I not had a trip to hospital, but also because of the excellent additional anti-side-effect drug, I’ve hardly had hiccups or reflux:  “Anti-side-effect drugs:  3, Side-effects of chemo 0”!   If my body can repeat this each time, then I’ll be more than happy.

However, and I guess this was expected (the Folfiri data sheet says as much) I have to admit there is evidence of one very particular cumulative side effect – my hair.  Head and beard do seem to be thinning, albeit only a little at present.  Quite oddly, and somewhat frustratingly the most obvious evidence is slow disappearance of the few remaining dark hairs in my beard – the white ones are steadfastly refusing to budge!!!  But, if I had to choose, I think I’d rather loose my hair than my sense of taste (and I mean food and drink, not sartorial!).