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Forum: her2group 08-14-2014, 05:40 AM
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Views: 4,083
Posted By thickdescription
Smile Re: Weaning off ACE inhibitors and Beta Blockers

Thanks for the reply...
Forum: her2group 08-05-2014, 08:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,083
Posted By thickdescription
Weaning off ACE inhibitors and Beta Blockers

Fellow travellers:

A question -

My heart function was affected by the Herceptin so I was started on ACE inhibitors and Beta blockers. My cardiologist tells me that I should stay on for at...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 10-01-2013, 03:30 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 7,404
Posted By thickdescription
Metastudy of Lifestyle Interventions for Survivorship

Here is a nice metastudy I found that summarizes research on lifestyle interventions for breast cancer survivorship. Not a whole lot that is new here, but a nice summary nevertheless.
Forum: Herceptin / Tykerb 08-14-2013, 01:55 PM
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Views: 290,835
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Please post your two cents on Herceptin "side effects" real or perceived!

Had Herceptin only for two rounds before beginning Taxotere/Carboplatin.

Herceptin only side effects:
runny nose from the start. Occasionally very dry.
heart was working harder - found it...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 08-10-2013, 08:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 10,450
Posted By thickdescription
Olive oil synergistically enhances Herceptin

Hi folks

I know there was a thread on this back in 2006, but I wanted to check in to see if anyone has any new information about how much olive oil daily is necessary to enhance Herceptin.
...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 08-10-2013, 08:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,457
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Fasting pre, during, post chemo

Follow up on Fasting

I fasted for the third TCH cycle too and had very few side effects. However, my heart check up showed reduced heart function and on consultation with my oncologist, decided...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 07-30-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,301
Posted By thickdescription
Re: CoQ10 and D-Ribose?

Thanks so much for this! I'm now on betablockers to support my heart so I'll wait to see if D-Ribose is necessary before I try again.

Many many thanks!

Hope you had a great vacation.
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 07-17-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,301
Posted By thickdescription
Re: CoQ10 and D-Ribose?

Thanks Tanya! Any sense of D-Ribose? Not an anti-oxidant but I don't want to be feeding the cancer cells while I'm supporting my heart.

R
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 07-15-2013, 07:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,301
Posted By thickdescription
Re: CoQ10 and D-Ribose?

Thanks for sharing! I found that D-Ribose really helped normalize heart function, but my very conservative onc advises against.

Best wishes,
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 07-05-2013, 07:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,301
Posted By thickdescription
CoQ10 and D-Ribose?

My LVEF heart function has dropped and I'm trying to figure out ways to support my heart so it doesn't drop further.

On the Herceptin discussion forum, some folks have recommended fish oil,...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 06-09-2013, 07:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,457
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Fasting pre, during, post chemo

Just did my second cycle of taxotere and carboplatin. Fasted for 3 days prior, day of and one day after. Some tiredness, a little upset stomach, but otherwise fine. Have continued to go to gym...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 05-15-2013, 05:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,457
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Fasting pre, during, post chemo

Thanks Tanya!

I have no point of comparison, but since chemo on Friday and lying low over the weekend, I've been working out and walking to work each day since. Can't say I feel great, but each...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 05-12-2013, 04:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,457
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Fasting pre, during, post chemo

Hi Folks:

This is my first day of non-fasting... haven't eaten anything solid yet, but will.

Here is a log of my fast and I'm going to keep track over the next few days. Please bear in mind...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 05-09-2013, 06:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,457
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Fasting pre, during, post chemo

This will be my first chemo so I won't have a point of comparison - but will happily share :)

R
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 05-08-2013, 06:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,457
Posted By thickdescription
Fasting pre, during, post chemo

Has anybody out there tried fasting prior to, during and post chemo? My oncologist suggested I look into it, which I did. The theory is that it reduces side effects from chemo, and enhances the...
Forum: Herceptin / Tykerb 04-04-2013, 07:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 14,704
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Side effects from Herceptin only (after 6 TCH)?

Can I ask, why did you take glucasomine? Did your doc prescribe it? What was it designed to deal with?
Forum: Herceptin / Tykerb 04-04-2013, 06:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 14,704
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Side effects from Herceptin only (after 6 TCH)?

Just had 2nd Herceptin infusion. No chemo yet. Have a runny nose, a little tired and achy the day after, skin is dry and inside of nose is sometimes very dry. Otherwise feel great!
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 04-03-2013, 07:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,995
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Should I take anti-oxidants prior to, during, and post treatment?

Thank you Tanya, for this reply!

I appreciate your sharing both sides of the issue.
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 03-26-2013, 04:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,354
Posted By thickdescription
Antiogenesis Foundation Video on Cancer starving foods

Useful TED talk on the efficacy of antiogenetic foods. In the last five minutes he compares antiogenetic foods to medications.

http://www.ted.com/talks/william_li.html
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 03-25-2013, 03:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,995
Posted By thickdescription
Question Should I take anti-oxidants prior to, during, and post treatment?

I thought I was doing my body a favor by upping my vitamin intake, by both my oncologist and an alternative/complementary MD tell me I should cease all anti-oxidants during treatment. This is...
Forum: Diet and Nutrition 02-26-2013, 04:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,586
Posted By thickdescription
Low fat diet reduces recurrence risk by up to 42%

My oncologist just told me that there is 42% reduced risk of recurrence for HER2+ ER - cancer survivors who eat a very low fat diet.

http://www.nih.gov/news/pr/dec2006/nci-19.htm

After a...
Forum: My Healthcare Team 02-12-2013, 04:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,747
Posted By thickdescription
Re: Seeking excellent medical oncologist in Washington DC area

Thank you SO much! I'll check them out...

R
Forum: My Healthcare Team 02-08-2013, 12:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 7,747
Posted By thickdescription
Seeking excellent medical oncologist in Washington DC area

Fellow Warriors:

I'm about to have to make some decisions about a chemo regime and would very much appreciate any recommendations for a medical oncologist in Washington, D.C.

With thanks,
...
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