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How do you treat Muscle/Joint Pain?
I have completed 4 cycles of Herceptin to date and the joint/muscle pain is increasingly becoming dibilitating. I took vicodin for two months as Aleve or Advil did not work. I can not stand for more than 10-15 min. and have difficulty walking. Stairs are out of the question. If I sit too long joints become stiff and laying down does not offer much relief. The pain and joint stiffness I am referring to is in my back, pelvic area, back of legs, hands, front and bottom of feet and knees. I am only 47 and walk like I am 80. My bones are already at risk as I have thyroid disease. Since beginning Chemo 8 months ago TSH has not been stable; the last count in August is high. Any suggestions for non-narcotic meds, vitamin or supplement to help me regain strength? I am postponing Radiation as I am afraid it will cause additional problems.
Tamara
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Invasive Ductal Carcinoma 10/06
Lumpectomy 11/06 HER2+
A/C-fin. 06/07 4 cycles
Taxol-fin. 09/07 4 cycles
Herceptin- Every 3 weeks-completed 4 cycles to date
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