Week one after chemo therapy did not go as expected. It went better as far as energy levels but I did get side effects. After reading thee information provided by the hospital and having that same information reiterated by the Dr. and the P.A. 's, I thought my ass would just fall out of my body. The chemo process affects all your organs. The information provided addresses each system, for example: The GI tract may or may not swell, get a fungal infection, become constipated or the opposite and may bleed. The skin for example: your nails could blacken and loosen, you could bleed. Your reproductive organs may stop working, menopause could occur and you could bleed. Drink lots of fluids so your liver and kidneys don't back up and cause other problems, or bleed. On top of the chemo, the antibiotics I was given may also cause thrush, throat swelling, hives and other allergic reactions. Discontinue and consult Dr. So on day one, on one hour of sleep, I felt great. I ate and loaded up on anti -nausea medication as instructed. Turns out Aunt Flo who has been off schedule for six month 's, showed up on time. July 10 I am a stuck pig. Is it chemo or period? Do I wait a week or panick? I took the antibiotics and my throat swelling and hives or thrush may be an allergic reaction. I don't know why I am only sleeping three solid hours a night, or why it is broken up but maybe it's the heat? It has been so hot and humid this week. I say all that to say this - I do not have the expected fatigue, or constipation, or diarrhea, but I do have thrush, bleeding, throat swelling and a rash on my boobs. Today should be the end of my period, after this, bleeding would be unusual. So, the alkaline water, brushing with baking soda, aloe vera juice, juices, water, coffee and eating conservatively, coupled with great hygiene and mask wearing, seem to help with my energy levels, hydration and overall feeling ok. I am avoiding group germs and pacing myself with house work. My family and friends are amazing.I am fortunate. More later.