update on hives herceptin

[donna77]

I had my 3rd herceptin treatment on Friday. The hives I had on my lower back really flared after the benadryl wore off. The PA at hem/onc made an excellent suggestion-she said to see a dermatologist. I went this am and my dermatologist said that I had an over active immune system, a form of eczema that is common in people with allergies and asthma-I have both. He prescribed a steroid gel and said they should be gone by Thursday. Of course I never had this before herceptin treatment!
I have noticed an increase in all my allergy symptoms since I started herceptin. Maybe it makes an overactive immune system even more over active!
The good news is that they do not stop herceptin for rashes!

[Rich66]

It would be great if your overactive immune system synergizes with Herceptin. I smell a study

[donna77]

Trust me....overactive immune systems are not fun! It is rather interesting when you look at the comments on the boards about herceptin - you see alot of nasal and eye and symptoms as complaints. I really think herceptin is the culprit! I don't think many people are allergic to herceptin but I do think it increases your reaction to harmless things-which is allergies! The treatments people use like eye drops, zyrtec and steroid sprays seem to ease their symptoms.
Do you do studies? Or do you just read them!

[Rich66]

Just hoping your sensitivity works in your favor.
Don't do studies, just scour for them.