Hi Alysia,
I just started RTX 2 weeks ago and agree with drz's post above. For some reference: my first infusion took about 7 hours, my second 5 1/2, and the one today took about 4 1/2... I have my last one next Friday; of course the time can vary. The only side effects I had was some chills and slight nausea, but they have warm blankets which helped... I was fine during the infusion today and had no side effects so I didn't need the blankets. If you feel anything during the treatment let the nurses know, they should be constantly monitoring you, but if you don't say something they won't know how you're feeling. I usually take Benadryl before and nap through part of it so you could try that. I also take a book and music to listen to, and my friend comes with me so we usually entertain ourselves. As for how it feels... I don't mind needles and other than a needle I don't feel anything. Hopefully the infusion goes well and you get well soon!
Nothing can break you; you are much stronger than you think... look at what you've already survived.
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