Should I arrange a ride home from chemo?
Yes. It is a good idea to arrange a ride to and from your chemotherapy session rather than drive yourself. Fatigue means feeling unusually tired or worn out. It is the most common side effect of chemotherapy, and it can show up during or after a session, even one that goes smoothly.
Your care team watches you through treatment and helps manage side effects as they come up. Even so, you will not always know ahead of time how you will feel afterward. Planning a ride takes one worry off your treatment day.
It also helps to plan rest time for the day of your session and the day after. Ask for help with things like meals or childcare if you can. These are simple steps that make treatment days easier. That is true whether it is your first session or one further along in your course of treatment. If you need help finding a ride to and from appointments, ask your care team or a social worker.
Want the full picture? Read our complete explanation: What to Expect at Your First Chemotherapy Session
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