Hi,
My husband got through his therapy about as well as possible, taking about a week and a half off completely, and working somewhat less than a full schedule for maybe three weeks. However, his chemo was not platinum-based, and did not cause the fogginess that cisplatin or carboplatin generate in some people.

If you are determined to complete this semester talk to your academic counselor first and find out what your options are for dropping one or more courses if you need to. Also talk to your profs - ask about late submissions, making up tests, and so on. Finally, do you have friends that can take class notes for you?

I don't think doing grad school in the middle of treatments is necessarily the best idea, but if you do decide to, make darn sure you have all your ducks in a row and a REALLY good support team.

Another issue is the possibility of infection with a weakened immune system - maybe you don't want to be sitting in classes when cold and flu season starts.

About the stitches - they are probably the least of your worries.

Best wishes whatever your decision.

Maria