Yep, i finished 6 cycles of TCH (last infusion was Dec 27, 2006). The major thing to stock (for me) was Biotene mouthwash -- for the days when there is a disgusting taste in your mouth. But just remember, after a few days, it WILL go away (*smile*). TCH is VERY doable.
Janet
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Janet in Rowlett Texas
Dx July 2006 IDC 1.8cm, ER-/PR- HER2+ (FISH 7), KI67 High (60%) grade 3, TOPO II neg
Aug2006: lumpectomy, SNB (4 nodes neg), Stage 1
Jan 2007: Finished 6 cycles of TCH (Taxotere, Carboplatin, Her ceptin). Then Herceptin every 3 weeks.
Feb 2007: Completed Radiation
May 2007: Stopped Herceptin due to low LVEF (49%)
July 2007: LVEF now 44% -- starting Coreg
May 2008: Heart NORMAL! Yippee.
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