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sassy · 03-11-2007, 05:11 PM

Tricia,

I have taken Glucosamine/Condroitin from the beginning of treatment, so I can't really say how much it has helped--I have no frame of reference without it. It seems that everything A/C, Nuelasta, Taxol, Herceptin, Arimidex and Fosamax can cause joint pain or stiffness. I think the Arimidex has caused the most. On the positive side, it does seem to get better over time.

As for neuropathy from Taxol, B6 seems to help and that too will abate over time.

I found the Fosamax the most objectionable of all to me. Just did not tolerate it well. Fortunately, I was able to switch to Zometa after showing osteopenia. Although zometa was tough, with flu like symptoms for a day or so after treatment, right now I only have to take it once a year and that beats the weekly Fosamax.

Although after two years, I'm still not back to my "OLD" self, my new self is still here and kicking--working toward getting back better strength and stamina.

Best wishes to you and hope things get better.
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Wong Amat Tower Condominium Pattaya

03-11-2007, 05:11 PM	#3
sassy Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Mountains of Virginia Posts: 2,267	Tricia, I have taken Glucosamine/Condroitin from the beginning of treatment, so I can't really say how much it has helped--I have no frame of reference without it. It seems that everything A/C, Nuelasta, Taxol, Herceptin, Arimidex and Fosamax can cause joint pain or stiffness. I think the Arimidex has caused the most. On the positive side, it does seem to get better over time. As for neuropathy from Taxol, B6 seems to help and that too will abate over time. I found the Fosamax the most objectionable of all to me. Just did not tolerate it well. Fortunately, I was able to switch to Zometa after showing osteopenia. Although zometa was tough, with flu like symptoms for a day or so after treatment, right now I only have to take it once a year and that beats the weekly Fosamax. Although after two years, I'm still not back to my "OLD" self, my new self is still here and kicking--working toward getting back better strength and stamina. Best wishes to you and hope things get better. ________ Wong Amat Tower Condominium Pattaya Last edited by sassy; 08-22-2011 at 09:11 AM..