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Forum: Herceptin / Tykerb 03-13-2008, 05:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,297
Posted By Susan McQ
lumpectomy after chemo/herceptin

My tumor was not as large but I had chemo first. Tumor shrank to the point neither of my docs could feel it. Since mine was a 6:00, the surgeon didn't feel the need for a marker.

My surgeon...
Forum: her2group 08-27-2007, 07:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,424
Posted By Susan McQ
sent picture

Just sent a picture today.

Susan
Forum: her2group 08-15-2007, 06:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,207
Posted By Susan McQ
After a drop in my EF earlier this earlier this...

After a drop in my EF earlier this earlier this year, I was also having MUGA's monthly. I did drop enough that I was given 1 month off of Herceptin. After that monthly my EF increased back to 54%...
Forum: Herceptin / Tykerb 07-16-2007, 06:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,594
Posted By Susan McQ
I'm taking an AD

Susan,

I've been on 75 mg of Effexor since Jan of this year. It has really helped me a great deal. My Onc kept suggested it for 4 months before I finally realized I was not going to be able to...
Forum: her2group 06-20-2007, 04:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,699
Posted By Susan McQ
Mine went down to 47, I was taken off herceptin...

Mine went down to 47, I was taken off herceptin for 1 month. Then had a repeat Muga and it went back up to 54. I was then able to complete my year of herceptin.

Susan
Forum: her2group 06-18-2007, 07:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,111
Posted By Susan McQ
headaches

I've been having sinus like headaches more frequently when I have been on herceptin. A lady in my support group talked to me last week about the headaches. I'm hoping now that I've finished with...
Forum: her2group 06-13-2007, 05:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,198
Posted By Susan McQ
My LVEF was 47 when I was required to take a...

My LVEF was 47 when I was required to take a break. Prior to that it was in the 60's. It went up to 54 and I was allow to complete my last 6 treatments.

I have another MUGA in 2 weeks to see if...
Forum: her2group 06-12-2007, 05:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,309
Posted By Susan McQ
Finished with Herceptin today

I know that some are on Herceptin for years. However, I finally finished my Herceptin. It took 13 long months to complete it.

Susan
Forum: her2group 06-12-2007, 05:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,898
Posted By Susan McQ
I had an itchy rash after I started Taxol. I was...

I had an itchy rash after I started Taxol. I was on it weekly though. I would talk to your Onc about. The reason they give you pre-med with taxol is that it could cause a reaction.

Susan
Forum: her2group 06-06-2007, 04:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,498
Posted By Susan McQ
decadron flush

I had the decadron flush after every Taxol. I would get it the next day after infusion. My face would not only be read but warm to the touch.

I also didn't sleep well, had pimples and gained...
Forum: her2group 05-31-2007, 03:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,800
Posted By Susan McQ
Congratulations

Congratulation!!

I'll be joining your status in 2 weeks.

Susan
Forum: her2group 05-04-2007, 05:51 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,570
Posted By Susan McQ
Great Reading

Thanks for posting. It was very informative.


Susan
Forum: her2group 05-02-2007, 07:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,646
Posted By Susan McQ
herceptin is back on

I was off herceptin for 1 month and my muga from last week was 54%. It increased from 47% a month ago. I start my herceptin again next Tuesday. I has received 41 weeks and we will finish up with 6...
Forum: her2group 04-26-2007, 02:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,646
Posted By Susan McQ
EF increased

Well, you know you have had too many tests, when the techs in nuclear medicine recognize you by name and face. (3 mugas - 1 per month for the last 3 months)

Had anther muga this afternoon, this...
Forum: her2group 04-25-2007, 04:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,382
Posted By Susan McQ
I was so sick on AC even taking the Emend pills,...

I was so sick on AC even taking the Emend pills, I was still sick. My onc assured me that I would not be sick on my weekly taxol/herceptin. I was not sick. I had some numbness in my toes. My...
Forum: her2group 04-19-2007, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,343
Posted By Susan McQ
came back once after 1 year

I had my first period last month after 1 year of not having any. I'm er/pr- so it didn't make any difference on my treatment.

Susan
Forum: her2group 04-16-2007, 06:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,349
Posted By Susan McQ
My surgeon ordered my Muga before I ever saw my...

My surgeon ordered my Muga before I ever saw my oncologist. The oncology nurse looked up my results before giving me my first A/C. She said she wouldn't have given me any if the results were low.
...
Forum: her2group 04-12-2007, 04:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,495
Posted By Susan McQ
Rash

Did anyone get a rash when they stopped Herceptin?

I did get a rash with my first dose of Taxol/herceptin last May. I had to stop herceptin due to low EF earlier this month. I normally would...
Forum: her2group 04-09-2007, 06:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,929
Posted By Susan McQ
I saw the Rad onc 1 month post radiation and that...

I saw the Rad onc 1 month post radiation and that was it. He released me from his care. I see my breast surgeon every 3 months and once I am finished with herceptin, I will see my Med onc every...
Forum: her2group 04-05-2007, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,125
Posted By Susan McQ
Having your hormone levels tested can only tell...

Having your hormone levels tested can only tell you what they are at that time. Mine were tested in January, showed that I was in menopause, and I had my first period in a year last week. It was a...
Forum: her2group 04-05-2007, 03:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,810
Posted By Susan McQ
My surgeon recommended testing due to my age, and...

My surgeon recommended testing due to my age, and family history (2 Aunts). If you are positive, there is the ovarian cancer risk, but also the risk of another breast cancer. Our thoughts was with...
Forum: her2group 04-05-2007, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,690
Posted By Susan McQ
I read it is for ER+ node negative breast cancer.

I read it is for ER+ node negative breast cancer.
Forum: her2group 04-04-2007, 06:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,142
Posted By Susan McQ
Karla, Let us know what the cardiologist...

Karla,

Let us know what the cardiologist says. My Onc is repeating my muga at the end of April to see if it increases.

Susan
Forum: her2group 04-03-2007, 01:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,646
Posted By Susan McQ
Saw Onc Today

Well, had an appt with my oncologist today, who reassured me that I will only be taking a break from herceptin. Muga last week went down to 47. I have a repeat Muga scheduled for the end of April....
Forum: her2group 03-31-2007, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,142
Posted By Susan McQ
Karla, I'm in your situation. I started...

Karla,
I'm in your situation. I started herceptin in May 2006. I had 4 Muga's results all in the 60's. Feb 2007 muga 49. Had another last Tuesday. Got a call from Onc's office. They are...
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