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It was scary for me, as well, when I started the big 3. I started the first on August 1, added the 2nd on August 4 and the third on Aug 8. At this point I haven't been told/asked to do the IV drugs. I haven't experienced any nausea which is great. I'm so pleased with that. After adding drug #2, I had with a low-grade fever off and on for several days but it has mostly subsided. I still wake up at night in a sweat but I can get back to sleep after not too much time. I'm taking probiotics and really focusing on eating well as I don't want to lose weight. My energy is not as good as it once was but its not bad and I am going to the gym on a regular basis. Still, I'm fearful as they're monitoring my blood, my heart etc. It's intimidating but I'm getting support from friends. One day at a time is how I'm tackling it. I hope it goes well for you ... and for me.

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Thank you! I’m so glad the big 3 is going better than expected! And you go to the gym! That would be a huge improvement for me. I feel I have less energy all the time. Really working hard at eating well pre treatment. I can’t lose any more weight. It is the IV that has me the most worried. Thank you for sharing. Every ounce of encouragement is appreciated.