Well Mona, this is the start of phase 3 of the cancering journey and I wish
you the best of luck. I have included Marty's helpful hints for you (thanks
Marty!). Know that we know that you will do just fine if your keep your
heart light, spirits up and hope alive. Thats the secrets. Keep us posted
on how you are doing and if we may be of any help, it's your's for the
asking. Sincerely, MOL Lillian
-----Original Message-----
From: Jo Anne Robinson <jrobinso@groupz.net>
To: mol-cancer@lists.meds.com <mol-cancer@lists.meds.com>
Date: Monday, May 04, 1998 10:21 PM
Subject: [MOL] Mom's Chemo on Friday
>Hello All,
>My Mom, Mona, starts her first chemo on Friday morning. My husband, son
>and I will be going to FL Thursday evening so I can be with her Friday for
>her first chemo. I would like to take her alot of email to read to keep
>her mind focused on positive things.
>
>If you can take a few minutes, please send her a few lines of encouragment
>or advice via the MOL. I will print and collect them to give to her on
>Friday to read during the "drip".
>
>I have tried to get my Dad and Mon started on the MOL but Dad is so focused
>on Mom that he send very little time on his computer now. One of my goals
>this weekend when I am with them is to retrieve my email while there and
>let them see all the information and cupport that can be gained from this
>great group.
>
>I would like to wish an early "Happy Mother's Day" to all the Moms on the
>forum.
>
>
>
>
>
>John & Jo Anne Robinson
>jrobinso@groupz.net
>
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Helpful Hints While Undergoing Chemotherapy:
SmithKline Beecham offers these suggestions to chemotherapy patients to
better manage their treatments:
1- Eat five or six small meals during the day.
2- Keep crackers handy for nibbling.
3-The day before therapy, stay away from acidic (tomatoes, orange juice,
etc) or fatty foods.
4-Prepare foods well in advance of your treatment to avoid cooking
odors.
5-Try to sleep through the times of increased nausea.
6-Entertain yourself with a good movie, game or relaxation tape.
HOpe these suggestions help in your chemotherapy regimen and wellness
plans
God Bless
marty auslander
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