Hi all! Had my surgery for Stage 3 colon cancer a few weeks ago, margins clear (phew!). Now starting adjuvant FOLFOX chemo next week. Nervous wreck about side effects, especially the neuropathy (Oxaliplatin cold sensitivity/tingling) and nausea. Any tips that really helped you get through FOLFOX? Thanks so much!
Exactly right on the cold sensitivity fading. And 100% agree on reporting tingling early. Mine became persistent (still have it mildly 2+ years later) because I maybe downplayed it initially. Don’t be a hero, Mary! Tell them. Also, stay super hydrated - helps flush chemo and manage side effects.