This Is MS Multiple Sclerosis Community: Knowledge & Support

Hey all

Question for people who have undergone the treatment - what exactly are those four days like? I am interested to know. I have gained a bit of an idea from threads here on this forum but it's still a bit of a mystery to me. Is it unpleasant? Does the time fly by on account of the drugs? Do the anti emetics work well?

Thanks!

Day 4 was hard for Mel, but she remembers little of the whole experience now.

The anti-puke shots keep you sleepy.

Some have it a lot worse though with the nausea and headaches, ask Chris!

I think they'll all tell you its worth it though.

Thanks Jamie and Keri.

So HiCy patients are not isolated? I assumed that while there was no immune system visitors would be restricted, but this isn't the case?

And once the four days are over the sickness disappears quickly?

One more question, sorry for all the questions, is nausea brought on as the cyclophosphamide is being administered?

Thanks!

This is what I recall.

You have to bring someone with you. This person is safe for you to be with.
There are specific instructions once you get to the hospital. All of your instructions about after care are very specific. Example mask, hand-washing, etc.
The nausea is from the drug and anti nausea drugs are given.

look at www.chrishadms.com there are pictures of him in the hospital and after. Also www.rebootingkathy.blogspot.com .

thanks !