Hi. Introduction. Question regarding herceptin reaction

[Iwannagrowold]

Hello,

Have read many posts!! Glad I found you!!
I was diagnosed Jan 2010, stage 1, ER-/PR -, Her2 +, after Bilateral Mastectomies, and reconstruction.
I had 6 cycles TCH. Currently on herceptin alone thru February 2011.
Had increased palpitations after triple dose herceptin started so we are back to once weekly herceptin.
I have noticed pleuritic type chest pain and cough with infusion. Subtle but worrisome. It does not appear this is common and I wonder if it has to do with speed of infusion, herceptin or whatever is used as preservative in bag.
I had severe taxotere reaction after round 2 (flushing, chest burning,severe shortness of breath, cough), so I wonder if I am more sensitive to the chemicals that are used to preserve these drugs.

Has anyone had anything like this or am I losing my mind??

I would like to finish herceptin, but not at the expense of my lungs.

Thanks

Leslie