Anyone share traveling tips when doing chemo

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Hi,

My mom will be going to vegas soon for vacation.

Anyone have any extra tips, or things she should have with her, to

prevent possibly getting sick. She just started her weekly chemo 2

weeks ago.

I've gotten her several those travel size purels, a couple kinds of

hand wipes. Several types because of airline restrictions.

I gave her some dusk masks to use on the plane. I'm not to sure if

she will feel like an outcast, and may just skip wearing them so she

doesn't stick out.

She has a chemo port. Does she have to carry the id card they mailed

her? My mom is still very shy about the whole cancer has come back,

and any prepared response I can give her about what to expect, or

polite line to give tsa people would be good.

I have mixed feelings about the trip. I'm happy she is getting away

to relax, but worried about her picking something up?

Anyone use the zicam stuff to help word off colds?

Is it safe to use w/chemo or does it depend what kind?

Thanks for all your help.

connie

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Connie,

I think you pretty much have it covered. We don't travel but maybe some of the

other ladies can give you more ideas. One thing she needs to get plenty rest.

Not stay up for hours if she is going to gamble etc. She needs to listen to her

body. I will keep her in my prayers.

Hugs

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Anyone share traveling tips when doing chemo

Hi,

My mom will be going to vegas soon for vacation.

Anyone have any extra tips, or things she should have with her, to

prevent possibly getting sick. She just started her weekly chemo 2

weeks ago.

I've gotten her several those travel size purels, a couple kinds of

hand wipes. Several types because of airline restrictions.

I gave her some dusk masks to use on the plane. I'm not to sure if

she will feel like an outcast, and may just skip wearing them so she

doesn't stick out.

She has a chemo port. Does she have to carry the id card they mailed

her? My mom is still very shy about the whole cancer has come back,

and any prepared response I can give her about what to expect, or

polite line to give tsa people would be good.

I have mixed feelings about the trip. I'm happy she is getting away

to relax, but worried about her picking something up?

Anyone use the zicam stuff to help word off colds?

Is it safe to use w/chemo or does it depend what kind?

Thanks for all your help.

connie

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[Guest guest]

Hi Connie,

that's great that your mother is going on a vacation.

I have a port and it's never been noticed when I go through security. I

do carry the Port ID card in my wallet just in case.

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[Guest guest]

Connie,

Unfortunately, I had to travel about 10 days after my last chemo treatment, via

plane to Florida (we live in Michigan). My father-in-law passed away and there

was no question I would be there. I was a little hesitant about travel on the

plane. I had no problem wearing my pink ball cap with cancer pins on it which

helped me stick out to everyone.... as well as the almost bald head. I was

getting hair growth at the time but not enough that I felt comfortable going

without the hat. It actually did two things for me. Got me seats in the airport

when I needed to wait for luggage or support from other ('at a girls') for what

I was going through. I did not wear a mask, although I did take them along just

in case I sat on the plane with someone with a cough. I did take my id card, but

the port is plastic (I think) so nothing went beep going through security.

My biggest problem, however, was swollen feet. Make sure she gets up and walks

around the plane periodically. I maintained the problem almost the whole time

and was never able to wear anything other than my sandals. If she might have

that problem make sure she has some very comfortable shoes with extra room in

them.

I did make sure I rested every afternoon, even if it was only to get my feet up

over my heart for a couple hours. I was pretty tired yet from the chemo so

taking an afternoon nap and going to bed early wasn't a problem. Most days I was

able to sleep in as well. Just make sure she listens to her body and gets plenty

of rest.

Not sure any of that will help, but that was my experience. I never asked my onc

if I could go, because it was important I be there, I just went.

Barb

Michigan

Anyone share traveling tips when doing chemo

Hi,

My mom will be going to vegas soon for vacation.

Anyone have any extra tips, or things she should have with her, to

prevent possibly getting sick. She just started her weekly chemo 2

weeks ago.

I've gotten her several those travel size purels, a couple kinds of

hand wipes. Several types because of airline restrictions.

I gave her some dusk masks to use on the plane. I'm not to sure if

she will feel like an outcast, and may just skip wearing them so she

doesn't stick out.

She has a chemo port. Does she have to carry the id card they mailed

her? My mom is still very shy about the whole cancer has come back,

and any prepared response I can give her about what to expect, or

polite line to give tsa people would be good.

I have mixed feelings about the trip. I'm happy she is getting away

to relax, but worried about her picking something up?

Anyone use the zicam stuff to help word off colds?

Is it safe to use w/chemo or does it depend what kind?

Thanks for all your help.

connie

[Guest guest]

Hi and good morning Connie!

I traveled after chemo treatments but before the masectomy and radiation. I had

no problems at all, just used reasonable care when away from home.

One thing though - On the TSA website there is a section about medication - if

you don't want it to go through x-ray you can request that. and what they are

supposed to do is look at visually as they do cosmetics, etc. My experience,

though, was not like that. the TSA person took the medication, threw it in a

container and put it aside out of my vision, which is also against TSA

reguations. When I complained and told her what was in the bag it made no

difference. I didn't want to complain too much, but I made them aware that I

was NOT going to let the medication go unattended. I requested a supervisor who

came over and looked at it and said it was ok - like she was really aware - lol.

Just be very careful with the TSA; I know they have a job to do, but something

lacks in the training.

I hope everything works out well for your Mother.

Ellen

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Hi,

My mom will be going to vegas soon for vacation.

Anyone have any extra tips, or things she should have with her, to

prevent possibly getting sick. She just started her weekly chemo 2

weeks ago.

I've gotten her several those travel size purels, a couple kinds of

hand wipes. Several types because of airline restrictions.

I gave her some dusk masks to use on the plane. I'm not to sure if

she will feel like an outcast, and may just skip wearing them so she

doesn't stick out.

She has a chemo port. Does she have to carry the id card they mailed

her? My mom is still very shy about the whole cancer has come back,

and any prepared response I can give her about what to expect, or

polite line to give tsa people would be good.

I have mixed feelings about the trip. I'm happy she is getting away

to relax, but worried about her picking something up?

Anyone use the zicam stuff to help word off colds?

Is it safe to use w/chemo or does it depend what kind?

Thanks for all your help.

connie