[Cynthia]

I know there has been a lot of discussion recently about sinus issues possibly associated with Herceptin. I have had many sinus related problems in the past so I am reluctant to chalk this up solely to Herceptin. However, these symptoms are new (they started about three months after I began receiving Herceptin once every three weeks) so I thought I would see if anyone else is experiencing this.

My biggest gripe is that the inside of my nose itches like mad. I also have a lot of crusting around the nostrils and I blow out a fair amount of icky bloody stuff (though my nose isn't bleeding per se). Pretty images I know. I thought perhaps it was a sinus infection and took a round of antibiotics, to no avail. Any theories about a Herceptin connection would be greatly appreciated. Also, any suggestions about relieving these symptoms that are driving me nuts (particularly the itchiness) would be most welcome.

Thanks much.
Cynthia