What's In My Chemo Bag | What To Get Someone Who Is Going Through Chemo
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- čas přidán 21. 02. 2017
- Hi everyone! Thanks for stopping by my channel. Today's video is a fun one talking about items that I took with me to chemo. Hopefully you find this helpful if you are getting ready to start chemo or you are trying to get some ideas on what to get someone who is starting chemotherapy.
Items are linked below:
CleverMade XL Tote: amzn.to/2l1w7xM
Throw Blanket (this is a similar product): amzn.to/2lHx6Ht
Similar Pink Camo Slippers: amzn.to/2lxlSmE
BCRF Water Bottle: amzn.to/2lafbpW
Zulu Glass Water Bottle: amzn.to/2layC1F
Koloa Slouch Beanie: amzn.to/2laGekX
Similar Day Planner (no longer make design): amzn.to/2lxnhK8
Pocket Posh Brain Games: amzn.to/2lxkO2e
Pocket Posh Jumble Crosswords: amzn.to/2lN05Kd
Movie Hangman: amzn.to/2lNhRwX
Sudoku: amzn.to/2laAYxs
Reader's Digest Book: amzn.to/2lHIYZQ
God's Words of Life for Women: amzn.to/2lam1vu
Creative Therapy Coloring Book: amzn.to/2lrGKxg
Colored Pencils: amzn.to/2kOdySE
Periea Handbag Organizer: amzn.to/2lrF4E2
Kaopectate :) : amzn.to/2lNcbDh
Zipfizz: amzn.to/2kOsWOX
Wet Ones: amzn.to/2laBR9u
Purell Travel Hand Sanitizer: amzn.to/2lN3pFu
Refresh Eye Drops: amzn.to/2lHN1pc
Eos Lip Balm: amzn.to/2lN3MzH
Treat Confetti Cake Lip Balm: amzn.to/2kOwwbF
Candy Cane Ice Chips: amzn.to/2lN2pkM
Mentos Gum: amzn.to/2lavd2L
Playing Cards: amzn.to/2lHHIWT
Perio Sciences Pro Gel: amzn.to/2me6pI2
Whew! I think that's everything. Some of the items are not exactly what I showed in the video, so I listed them as a "Similar" product.
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Just a suggestion, alcohol prep pads. They help with nausea, just break one open and sniff it. I know it sounds weird, but it works. Ginger candies help too. Take good care. 🙏🏻💕
Very helpful. I’m having my first chemo in a week. Good luck to me. And to everyone else. We’ve got this
Hi. This is a helpful video. Thank you for sharing. I’m gonna have my first chemo on tuesday.
I’m praying for everyone here who is undergoing treatment. God bless us all!
Dang Sison hello! How are your chemo sessions going?
Beedle Juice hi there!
Thank you for asking. Just finished my 4th cycle last Monday.
It has been a struggle but God is good and here I am still fighting.
How are you now?
Having my 2nd cycle next week for my Hodkin’s Lymphoma. This video gave me ideas what else I could bring with me on my treatment. Thanks!
Beedle Juice Hi. My mother is suffering of Breast Cancer level 2b.
Any tips for my mother & us?
I am going for my 2nd round of Chemo. I am to do a series of 4 cycles of chemo. Then surgery and radiation treatment. Stage 2 breast cancer.
travel neck pillow, silk eye mask, ear buds, lavender pillow spay to help you sleep - some more things to bring
I’m about to start chemo. Thank you for this.
Thank you for the useful info!! Don't forget the Press N Seal wrap to put the Lidocaine on to cover your port! Weird but effective! 🤗
Thanks for your advice
My husband has a cancer for 4 years with chemotherapy and radiotherapy for long long times! And your give me some ideas! Thanks a lot and take care, dear
I start chemo next Wednesday....not sure it will be helpful, but im hopeful, and prayerful. I was diagnosed with pancreatic adenocarcinoma a few weeks ago, and surgery isnt an option bc of vascular involvement. Im 41. Thank you for posting this...i have absolutely no idea what to expect, or bring. I hope youre well and healthy. ❤
Hi , Thank you for all the information. I start chemo Tues the 10 July and while I have a lot of things planned and bought, you have reminded me of things I would never have thought of. Thanks Ross
I have my first 9 hour chemo treatment Tuesday! I know this is an old video but very helpful!
Thank you for this video - I was diagnosed with testicular cancer recently and am heading to 4 rounds of chemo starting in a week. I was trying to figure out what all to bring with me since I'll be sitting in a recliner for ~8 hours a day per session. One of the first things I thought of was getting a tablet and some headphones, along with plenty of snacks.
I find out if I have cancer and I’ve been praying and watching CZcams videos like this so I don’t go in so depressed and like it’s the end of the world it does run in my family and I’m sorta calm with the idea of having it at this point I’ve been praying a lot and I know it’s in God’s hands this video helped me keep calm for sure. I have amazing support in my life I’m blessed with the life I have and great full for the family I have thank you for posting videos it keeps a peace of mind for me a bit ❤️ you’re amazing ❤️
Came back cancer free btw ❤️ I still have a high risk of getting it they said but as of now I’m good. I continue to pray and send my condolences to whom ever has cancer or just got diagnosed stay strong smile and you’re beautiful no matter what ❤️
@@Sheeatsbugs18 If you're risk is higher than normal because it runs in your family / genetic disposition, all it means is that you have to work harder in terms of keeping your diet clean etc. Our gene expression is influenced heavily by the lifestyle choices we make. Reduce your risk by cutting out all meat, dairy, milk, eggs etc. All the protein and calcium / nutrients you need can be obtained easily - better quality too - with a lifestyle based on plants, fruit, veg, juicing, legumes, beans etc etc. We have a lot more control over our health - and whether we get illnesses or not - than Big Industry (via constant subliminal advertising) has led us to believe! :-)
@@Sheeatsbugs18 eat healthy mostly fresh food also fruits and veggies , do yoga and praise god everyday . our body will fight byself
You did a great job covering things that are handy. The cards are a fantastic suggestion. I brought my knitting, as that is how I like to pass time. The snacks are a wonderful idea. The clinic provided mostly junk food and sodas, so having something I preferred came in handy.
Thank you for this information. I am planning on making a take along bag for my friend for her treatments.
I really appreciate this video! I've been looking for gifts to make a huge hamper for a family member who begins chemo in a few days. Thank you so much, and for doing it all with a smile :)
Thank you so much for the options i should have in my bag just found out i have cancer almost a week ago my first chemo treatment is on the 19th. Again thanks for everything now i am going to make a bag for my self..
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this video. It helped a great lot with what I will put together for my sister during chemo. God Bless!
My mom has started her treatment a month ago and I think this is a great idea. I’ll have to make a chemo bag for her so she’s ready to go.
My mum is going through it also! You're not alone xx. Let's get them better
Keisha Chan great idea included for me
czcams.com/video/ZOX2eg1nfAs/video.html I get healed while playing healing prayer videos and there's others in the comments saying the same just read them, God bless you!
God bless you... such a calm spirit🥰 very helpful info👍🏽
Ty for helping other patients. May God help your cure! Big hugs and kisses. Keep strong!
Thank its so helpful, starting my treatment on Feb.5th so yes it was great help.❤❤
Thank you for sharing. I will have my first chemo treatment on August 20th and have been trying to prepare as much as possible. With COVID a factor, I plan to bring my own blanket and plenty of sanitizer.
You're one amazing woman!
Thank you for all the tips
God Bless you! Thank you for sharing this awesome video!
That was fun to see!
I know this is an older video but thank you for making it! I do not have cancer but I have frequent hospital stays for other reasons and I get a few ideas from your video.
Hi. Thanks so much for the good info. I am starting chemo next week and now I have a good idea of what to take along. The Covid-19 virus is playing he** with everything to do with treatment and support, but there's not a lot I can do about it! At least I will be packing a bag of great stuff! Thanks again!
So useful! I think an oral hygiene video for chemo patients would be excellent. my best friend is in chemo and I'm in charge of helping with skin and teeth I'm a dental assistant. thank you for your videos. I feel like I have a place to start!
I am currently working on the oral hygiene video now :)
A mini hand held fan is another one. Good video thanks for all the tips xx :)
oh yes!! i have a neck fan for summer chemo.haha!
I did not know what ice chips were!!!
I still keep my chemo bag packed for hospital stays! Always take a little bit of home with you!!
Sandi Jenkins I
I began noticing that Chemical smell also on the hospital blankets during chemo! 😝
These are so great!!
very helpful thank you!
This was helpful as we’re gathering a gift bag for a friend starting chemo in a couple of weeks.
Bless you luv!
Thank you for this video. I’m preparing for my chemo which will start after 2 weeks.
Great Informative Video
Thanks so much for your video. It is very helpful,
Thanks for this! I have my first chemo in 6 days and I'm trying to prepare as much as possible.
Daniele Brooks I love that you are preparing! I’m sorry you have to go through this though. It was a good distraction for me to focus on preparing. My best wishes for a smooth chemo process and a speedy recovery!
Thank you very much for this video it is very helpful for me . My fiend is going to start the chemo in a week and I want to surprise her with a bag. Something that I got from someone else also include : lidocaine, band-aid , a little bag for the medications Baby wipes (flushable ) , some Blanc thank you cards ( just in case she wants to thank someone ) , sea-band ( for nausea ) . I wish you a prompt recovery . I love your energy .
Mobile Bible, great video God bless you.
Your legacy lives on. Hope you are cancer free and thriving.
I start chemo soon. They are working out a schedule and I dread it.
This too shall pass! I am so sorry you are going through this and I pray it goes quickly and easily for you. Stay positive and focus on life after cancer! I know it doesn’t seem like it, but before you know it, it will be in your rear view mirror. Then you will also be cancer free and thriving ❤️❤️
Oh my, I start my first treatment in three days, I never thought of all this stuff, thank you.
I hope things are going well for you. Xxx
Ertina Loopen I hope you are well. Be strong may god bless you
Thank you so much for this video. I start my first chemo (taxotere and cytoxan) this week and this was very helpful! I saved it to my favorites. God Bless You!
How is your TC chemotherapy going? I will be starting mine soon. Are you experiencing side effects? Any tips?
I hope you are managing well. 🙂
@@My-Channel_forever hello. I just completed my 3rd of 6 cycles three days ago. My 2nd cycle side effecrs were rough- bone pain due to fulphila, bad uri/chest cold, oral thrush. Im suprused i feel so good today but i am grateful. I take claritin and ibuprofen for bone pain and it helps.
@@nykka3, thank you so much for the reply. I hope your side effects get better with subsequent cycles. Wishing you all the best!
I start tomorrow, jan 31, same chemo combo tc. Thank you for sharing.
I’m did very well with my first round of taxotere and cytoxan. I went for my second round today and had a reaction to the taxotere, which many people have with the second around. The session stopped immediately and they gave me first Pepcid, which didn’t help; then a steroid (in addition to the Decadron I take at home the day before, the day of, and the day after chemo); then finally Benadryl and that did the trick. My nurse sat with me once the taxotere infusion started because it does sometime cause side effects. For me it was flushing, difficulty getting a deep breath (tightness in my chest), and a little lower back pain. The whole time was maybe half an hour from the time it started until the Benadryl did its thing. There are other things they can do, including a desensitization to taxotere in a hospital setting - my understanding is that it’s a much llonger, slower administration. I’ll find out tomorrow what the plan is for my second session. I have felt very well all day and have had lots of energy. Another option for this reaction is to change the drugs but because I didn’t have side effects from taxotere and cytoxan after the first round, I would like to be able to stay with those drugs for the duration assuming they are able to eliminate the kind of reaction I had today. Aside from that, I have had no nausea and not much fatigue. I was very upset when I heard that Iwould 100% lose my hair but when it started to thin I went and got a short pixie cut. The following week, it started coming out in clumps and I had my head shaved. Once it actually began, I haven’t really minded. In fact, I’ve had a lot of good laughs over it. Truly - it’s just hair and will grow back. I have hats and beanies and 3 gorgeous wigs. Every little thing is gonna be all right. I will say that I don’t take nearly so much stuff with me to chemo - I don’t want to drag around that much stuff. I take a small notebook and pen, my iPhone because I only have WiFi on my iPad (and I could use the cancer center WiFi if I really wanted to take it), my own water bottle, sugarless gum, and that’s really about it. Best of luck with your treatments and don’t be afraid!! Find some humor if you can - it’s the best medicine. ❤️
Great information my friend is in the hospital now going just finished his first round of chemo. Love all the ideas... I was a registered dental assistant then went into xray... doing mammograms. Best wishs for a full recovery. I found great jackets under chemo cozy. com. they have access for the iv lines.
take care
Thank you
Good information.
Thank you for sharing. I start my first chemo (taxotere and cytoxan 4 cycles) tomorrow jan 24. Your video was very helpful. Getting my bag ready now. New sub here.
How's that bag turned out? Hope everything it's ok. 🙏
@@esmeraldakitty going well thank you.
@@cdlady54_95 😊
Starting chemo during Covid-19. I will be quarantined for the next 4 months except for the actual treatments.
My sister is getting her second chemo tomorrow (by herself). The only thing worse than this cancer is having it now during Covid-19. I'm so sorry you both are going through this. I am keeping myself extra safe to be her caregiver as well as my mother who is on oxygen. Are you able to get the items you need? Best of luck.
Awesome video. I take a lot of those things in my carryon when i travel of course ive got to add the toothbrush and toothpaste for after snacking because flossing alone is not good dnogh for me
Thank you looking to make a gift by a basket for a for a friend.
Thanks Helpful
Thank you for posting this very sensitive video. I tried to make 2 videos and sounded so ignorant and insensitive and took them down. I just had my first Tax Chemo cycle and am in bed with flu-like symptoms. I will have a nice giant bag prepared for my next one! Only thing is I am in Italy, so I will have to see if all of those items you mentioned are attainable to me. God Bless you and thank you!
Valerie Torres give your videos another try! Don’t get down on yourself!
Valerie Rosel kj
Love love love!!!!!!!
I can't believe you doing what's in my chemo bag
Don’t forget the numbing cream to put on your port and cover it with a little saran wrap to numb the port area so when they access your port you feel nothing! 😊
Where can I get the cream?❤
@@sheliajohnson1418 my oncologist gave me a prescription for it. Ask your doctor. If he or she doesn’t (which I don’t know why they wouldn’t) check with your pharmacist!
Thank you! ✨🙏❤️🕊️🌸✨
I'm SO glad that you're doing well because the last post shown said 4yrs ago. I'm about to start 5 months of chemo for the first time for stage 3 breast cancer in my lymph nodes and I am so scared but videos like yours are very reassuring and provides hope and just a little bit more hope and confidence from learning something new so thanks may you continue to be a light unto others and always be well! 😊🌸💕
Love this video XXXX
Hi from Arizona 🌵
Tomorrow will be my first day of Chemo!
Hello dear how was chrmo session mine is going to start in a week bt I am very depressed could u tell me how was ur first day of chemo
Thank you for this video. I am going for my second treatment and haven't lost my hair yet. I just have a problem with neuropathy and RLS. Does chemo do this? I find this video very encouraging. Thank you so much. ❤
Hello! I’m sorry to hear you are on your second treatment, but happy no hair loss yet! Chemo absolutely cause neuropathy and can cause RLS. There are lots of natural supplements out there you can take to help with these things. My husband recently went through chemo for colon cancer and the neuropathy was no joke with that one! They say that applying ice to your feet and hands when the infusion is happening will help to block the neuropathy from happening due to vasoconstriction in those areas. If I remember correctly I tried it once but didn’t keep up with it. But that was 7yrs ago so not sure if that’s the case.
I just had chemo mon & tue..here is what i take. 3 Big 1 liter bottles of fizzy water..somtimes i drink all of them. I end up having alllll day treatments, 8am..to 5 or later. The best thing for me is an ipad that i put series & movies on the day before with the netflix app. earbuds,and hard candy like peppermints. I used to haul a blanket,but i never get cold. I try very hard not to fall asleep,our cancer center has chairs all lined up in a big room. (lol i dont wanna snore or somthing) and thats it..other than standard stuff like ya phone,lip gloss. :)
I don't know if there is someone who has been thru head and neck cancer video I Can see what they went thru during treatment
TFS! 🌹
Thank you I'm doing my cancer on my own but I do use a lot of what you have
i am starting chemo within the next few weeks.Looking allover for tips to be prepaired
I love you ❤
Thank you for this! I'm going to be taking a sort of weird comfort item, a plushie Doctor Who representing the 12th Doctor. I am fifty-two years old, right? But the roommate brought him to the hospital when I was having surgery, and now this thing is my little "hospital buddy". Hey, whatever helps you get well, huh? 😁
Not weird at all! My son (age 21) brought a stuffie for me when I got my port put in. Now it will come with me when I start chemo.
Hand lotion would be good and charger for iPad/iPhone
My no 1 item are soft earplugs to cancel some beeping machine noise and nurse work on other pacients owernight. Also i bring my home mountain spring water becouse city one is like soap (i have to drink at least 2L par day).. city water is so bad it made worse taste than chemo therapy made it in my mouth .. i wish all the best and good condition to all of us on chemo!
❤ praying
Ginger chews for nausea ?
Thank you. I’m 65 and recently diagnosed with breast cancer. I had surgery Monday and go back to my doctor and surgeon on the 23rd. Will begin chemo shortly after. I do not know what to expect so your videos help quite a bot. I’m trying to find a gentle shampoo to use during and after chemo. Any suggestions?
Hi Tammy! I am so sorry to hear about the diagnosis and pray you have a quick and easy chemo with full remission afterward. I like to use Shea Moisture products as they usually have good ingredients. And also have less cancer causing additives. Hopefully that helps!
@@beedlejuice2324 thank you. My oncologist said it is stage 1 and very treatable. Like I said I’m recovering from the surgery now and not sure when I’ll start chemo. I’ve been researching a little by watching videos like yours that help a lot. I’ve heard to use a mild shampoo that is less likely to break the hair. This helps a lot.
I follow someone on CZcams named Taylor Rose, I think her CZcams is “The Healthy Hur” and she gives wonderful help for hair and hair products. She might have something that helps reduce hair loss. She got me turned on to rosemary oil and rice water. Praising God you’re only stage 1 and praying for complete healing for you Tammy!
What medicine for mouth ulcer. Maam. Im so suffering for this side effect chemo. All my body has a pain.
3 years later, hi again ! 😅😂
I'm having a port put in on the 23rd of this month, just been told I have cancer, I have no family support so this is going to be hard on me, it also has cancelled a trip I already bought and paid for last year, travel agency won't give me the money back so I lose $1100, ohh well, chemo once every 3 weeks for 3 months, then another ct scan, exam by oncology Dr. if tumor has shrunk, which I hope it does, surgery for a total hysterectomy sometime in September, am terrified, don't know how to deal with this, I'll be 49 August 1st, so NOT looking forwards to losing my hair, I have waist length hair, I have however bought 3 chemo hats for when the time comes that my long hair falls out and I'm bald as a qball, I don't know what to do, I will be bringing a few items with me, 1 is a weighted lap blanket due to how high my anxiety is, portable dvd player, my laptop, cell, all chargers, snacks...and my new water bottle I just bought because I'm a huge water drinker
Oh sister I am so sorry to hear all of this you have going on. I am praying for complete healing from cancer and from anxiety. Also praying for God to send someone who will help be a support to you.
@@beedlejuice2324 thanks my king distance BF he's a huge support that's who I was gonna go see, but that is put on hold till 2024 they caught the cancer early so hopefully I can beat this, looking forward to church tomorrow morning
I have a question when you are getting chemo do you taste it? My sons getting a bone marrow transplant soon and will be getting chemo for ten days before hand and I'm curious if I should get him some candy so he can't taste it because I heard you can.
K first of all, I am so sorry to hear this about your son! Secondly, I didn’t taste the chemo, but you can taste the saline solution that they flush your port with.. did he get a port? Some people hated the flavor of it, but it didn’t bother me. Mints or gum are helpful, but make sure you aren’t giving him things loaded sugar as being on chemo and sucking on sugary things can lead to horrible decay (sorry, I’m a dental hygienist!). Let me know if you have any questions about that.
Actually thank you for letting me know that because he already has a lot of dental issues so I'm glad to know that candy would be a bad idea because I was definitely thinking of getting some and thank you. He hasn't got his port yet there going to place it in the day before we start chemo and he's admitted into the hospital. He has Myelodysplastic syndrome so there's no treatment for it other than the bone marrow transplant so he hasn't had to have a port yet as he hasn't had any medicines that he needed that frequently until transplant at that point they let me know he will need a lot of antibiotics and anti fungal and things until his immune system gets back up.
We were lucky enough to find cord blood match after about a month of searching the entire process has been very very difficult his mds had given him neutropenia so he's been out of school and getting his counts done weekly to bi weekly the doctors have explained how transplant will go but I'm still a little confused on how things with the port work and online you come across so many different things and comments from people on how things I'll taste or work or how chemo will go and all of that. He's only seven so my biggest worry with the port is him being able to taste what they put in it or the port completely freaking him out and him trying to pull it out I have such a phobia mind set that he's going to just try and yank it out in terrified !
Your poor baby! My heart goes out to you. I am so happy he has you to help him fight. It sounds like you are doing lots of research for him and that is huge! I do have a video about my port and about oral hygiene if you find that helpful. Please feel free to ask me anything!
My chemo nurse suggested Zinc lozengers for that yucky metallic taste I got some Elderberry flavor one's they sell at Target. Not bad. And I drink Smart Water.
I had my big pink Hello Kitty pillow, my phone, charger, and maybe my iPad
The chronic diahrrea is just Aweful ! I just recently discovered that I needed hard candy and or taffy to help with Thrush = Yuk....
I use Imodium... When this happens, I always carry it with me , its not the cure-all, however it helps somewhat.
How about your hands and feet iced gloves?
U are a brave lady what is your age and what kind and stage was your cancer god bls u
Pkaistan 1947 hello there! The cancer was stage 1 and it was triple positive.. I was 37 when I was going through treatment :)
Lotion/hand cream
I'm going threw it Jan 30th lung cancer
I start my chemo today kinda nervous 😬
Lamarko Jackson may god bless you
Relax don't get stress let it go God knows everything
I can’t find wet ones anywhere! I’ve been to 10 stores looking for them. 😣😓
Oh no! Can you order online? I have been trying to go to stores as soon as they open to get the stuff I need that is selling out quickly. Finally was able to get hand sanitizer yesterday. Hope all is well with you!
You can also use baby wipes and add alcohol.
Way to much stuff for me. But great to consider
i started chemo n didnt need anything i took i watch half a movie and bang i was done
Thank you for the tips. As soon I see the radiation/surgeon with the oncologist for the next step. If chemotherapy first or surgery first.
Need a charger
My step mum is about to start chemo, and I'm just wondering about taste? I heard that your tastebuds completely change.is this correct. I heard that I should get her, salty,sweet, savoury, sour, and something ginger? I would love some advice on what I can get her.
Start chemo next week. Breast cancer braca 1 positive
Prayers for complete healing for you sister!
First thing to pack would be the Bible, the word of God is everything 🙏
And knowing him as your saviour beng born again no matter what type you f sickness you have or not is the most important thing for sure
Amen it provides peace and comfort knowing the light afflictions in life are for but a moment
Right on 👍!
"Jesus paid for our healing", watch Barry Bennett teaching this video. Also just watching some videos here talking about how a dog wormer Panacur C has been curing cancer.
Boy wen you go in vacation must have a lot bagages.LOL
Why diarrhea med
everyone who is reading this please turn to Jesus He loves you and wants to save you, only Jesus can truly heal you, He is the God of miracles and the bible tells us in Romans 10:13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved, I seen God do amazing things in my life and in the life's of people I know, There is nothing impossible to God, its as simple as asking Him to show you that He is real, and if you really want to know He will answer you, I know this because it happened to me
god never born only his lite came on earth though our Heart. god sent his message in our heat if it's pure and knd.so Believe that God is in every heart , so respect yourself and others souls then you will see God in universe
Thank you