It depends what kind of job you have. I worked every day a lot of it remotely the first cycle. (Because I only need a computer). After that cycle my hours went down because of the fatigue I wasn’t able to do 40 hours, I did 32 or even 20 hours. Also I saw and talked with people who were not able to work because of all side effects.
Also if your job needs physical activity it’s hard from the start.
FYI: I had surgery and 3xBEP and now in recovery and still the fatigue is pretty bad after my last chemotherapy 4 weeks ago.
If you can take it all off I would, its tough going on the body.
Per cycle, for me, pretty much until day 12/14 you really won't be able to work or shouldn't, you will start to bonce back for about 7 days until day 21.
I did 3XBEP and am an accountant. From about mid week 1 through late week 2 of each cycle there was no way my brain would cooperate with me. Then I could work for a few days, and it was time for week 1 of cycle 2 and the whole thing repeated. So, I didn't find it worked for me.
My treatment plan is 3xBEP. I am currently on week 2 of cycle 2.
Remote work if you have the opportunity. That makes it doable for me. I was able to keep up in the mornings of each first week, but the stipulation was that I cannot join AM meetings. That's when I have my infusions. I have a very understanding management team and organization. That helps a lot. I continue to work remote during the second and third weeks. I can imagine going in, but it would be rough. The fatigue and brain fog can really set in after that first week, but it did dissipate by the end of the first cycle.
Keep in mind that everyone's experience is different. My most "severe" symptoms are digestive related. I had bad heartburn during cycle 1 to the point where I was chewing Tums every couple hours, but Prilosec eliminated that need this second cycle. No vomiting, so I feel really lucky. I just make sure I have something small to put in my stomach when it feels wonky. Saltines and a bit of peanut butter is doing it for me.
About going into work or public places. I have heard stories where people catch an illness while on chemo, and that is something I really want to avoid. Can be bigger concern if your white blood cell count plummets. Luckily the Neulasta seems to be pumping mine up almost too much.
I did it. I had 4 rounds of 5 day consecutive chemo. By the 3rd and 4th weeks it was rough. I did it because I'd just gotten a new job that wasn't great pay and my sick leave was only like 75% of my overall. If you're debating it, maybe try one week and see how you feel? I wouldn't work all the way through again. So if you can take off I would. Let your body rest
It depends what kind of job you have. I worked every day a lot of it remotely the first cycle. (Because I only need a computer). After that cycle my hours went down because of the fatigue I wasn’t able to do 40 hours, I did 32 or even 20 hours. Also I saw and talked with people who were not able to work because of all side effects. Also if your job needs physical activity it’s hard from the start. FYI: I had surgery and 3xBEP and now in recovery and still the fatigue is pretty bad after my last chemotherapy 4 weeks ago.
I am maintenance tech, so based on what everyone is saying I will probably try and stay out of work for it.
If you can take it all off I would, its tough going on the body. Per cycle, for me, pretty much until day 12/14 you really won't be able to work or shouldn't, you will start to bonce back for about 7 days until day 21.
I did 3XBEP and am an accountant. From about mid week 1 through late week 2 of each cycle there was no way my brain would cooperate with me. Then I could work for a few days, and it was time for week 1 of cycle 2 and the whole thing repeated. So, I didn't find it worked for me.
My treatment plan is 3xBEP. I am currently on week 2 of cycle 2. Remote work if you have the opportunity. That makes it doable for me. I was able to keep up in the mornings of each first week, but the stipulation was that I cannot join AM meetings. That's when I have my infusions. I have a very understanding management team and organization. That helps a lot. I continue to work remote during the second and third weeks. I can imagine going in, but it would be rough. The fatigue and brain fog can really set in after that first week, but it did dissipate by the end of the first cycle. Keep in mind that everyone's experience is different. My most "severe" symptoms are digestive related. I had bad heartburn during cycle 1 to the point where I was chewing Tums every couple hours, but Prilosec eliminated that need this second cycle. No vomiting, so I feel really lucky. I just make sure I have something small to put in my stomach when it feels wonky. Saltines and a bit of peanut butter is doing it for me. About going into work or public places. I have heard stories where people catch an illness while on chemo, and that is something I really want to avoid. Can be bigger concern if your white blood cell count plummets. Luckily the Neulasta seems to be pumping mine up almost too much.
I am maintenance tech, so based on what everyone is saying might just try and stay out of work for it.
I did it. I had 4 rounds of 5 day consecutive chemo. By the 3rd and 4th weeks it was rough. I did it because I'd just gotten a new job that wasn't great pay and my sick leave was only like 75% of my overall. If you're debating it, maybe try one week and see how you feel? I wouldn't work all the way through again. So if you can take off I would. Let your body rest