Even though chemotherapy treatment can cause unpleasant side effects, some people still manage to lead an almost normal life during their treatment. Often, the chemotherapy makes you feel better, by relieving the symptoms of the cancer. Even if you feel unwell during your treatment course, you may find you recover quickly between courses and can resume your usual activities as you begin to feel better. You may be able to go to work and carry on with your social activities as usual.
Some people feel very tired during chemotherapy.
This is quite normal and may be caused by the drugs themselves and your body fighting the disease, or simply because you are not sleeping well. For someone who normally has a lot of energy, feeling tired all the time can be very frustrating and difficult to cope with. The hardest time may be towards the end of the course of chemotherapy. Try to restrict any unnecessary activities and ask your family or friends to help you with chores, such as shopping and housework. Don't fight your tiredness.