The chemo has finally caught up to me. I have noticed a side effect that would be directly related to it, other than the fatigue that would be related to it and the radiation. I have peripheral neuropathy in my hands. Thursday night I thought my hands were sore from washing them all of the time. The next day I realized it must be the neuropathy. They are sore, red, and a little swollen. They are also sensitive to ‘rough’ things, such as opening a water bottle, medicine bottle, etc.. I started putting Traumeel on my hands and wearing cotton gloves when I am handling stuff and sleeping. The Traumeel seems to have helped a lot. I am going to talk with the doctors tomorrow about it, and see if they have any other solutions.
My bowel movements have slowed down and the stool is more consistent. It still hurts quite a bit to go, but at least it is not a dozen times a day. I slept in a lot this weekend and did not ride at all. I should still be able to ride though, just have to time it right, and go for short rides.
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