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DonnaD · 08-05-2007, 08:31 PM

Krista
First, I am sorry you are having such problems. BC sucks! Believe me I understand (I was hospitalized for 5 days w/intestinal issues and dehydration when on Taxol/Herceptin). I only wish I could tell you this is as bad as it gets, but we just don't know. You can vent here anytime.

Here are some things that helped me when on Taxol/Herceptin. My onc reduced my last Taxol by 25% and the neuropathy went away very quickly. Mouth issues for me were helped by using a mouthwash like Biotene. There are many medications for your stomach. I took compazine. You many have to ask for something else if you are taking something and it is not working. I to was and still am on Ativan. I take just a small amount to help me sleep now. I do not worry about becoming addicted I need my sleep!

I am hear to cheer you on. You have a wonderful little seven year old boy. What is your son's name? So happy your Mom is close to help you with him and allow you to rest. You are fighting hard and I hope you can continue to fight. I wanted to do everything I could so I had no regrets later. No one can understand what you are feeling unless they have gone through chemo. That is why this site is so important to many. All here understand, sympathize, pray for you and encourage. We are a family.

Now the good news. You are 2/3 of the way through treatment! It does get better. My hair, eyelashes and brows are returning and the wig is gone!!! I have had no problems once on Herceptin alone. I go in for treatment and 30 minutes later I am finished. I am hoping for the same for you. I will say a special prayer for you tonight for strength and wisdom. If you ever need to "talk" send me a private message.

Good night "sister"
Donna

08-05-2007, 08:31 PM	#4
DonnaD Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Marengo, IL Posts: 518	Krista First, I am sorry you are having such problems. BC sucks! Believe me I understand (I was hospitalized for 5 days w/intestinal issues and dehydration when on Taxol/Herceptin). I only wish I could tell you this is as bad as it gets, but we just don't know. You can vent here anytime. Here are some things that helped me when on Taxol/Herceptin. My onc reduced my last Taxol by 25% and the neuropathy went away very quickly. Mouth issues for me were helped by using a mouthwash like Biotene. There are many medications for your stomach. I took compazine. You many have to ask for something else if you are taking something and it is not working. I to was and still am on Ativan. I take just a small amount to help me sleep now. I do not worry about becoming addicted I need my sleep! I am hear to cheer you on. You have a wonderful little seven year old boy. What is your son's name? So happy your Mom is close to help you with him and allow you to rest. You are fighting hard and I hope you can continue to fight. I wanted to do everything I could so I had no regrets later. No one can understand what you are feeling unless they have gone through chemo. That is why this site is so important to many. All here understand, sympathize, pray for you and encourage. We are a family. Now the good news. You are 2/3 of the way through treatment! It does get better. My hair, eyelashes and brows are returning and the wig is gone!!! I have had no problems once on Herceptin alone. I go in for treatment and 30 minutes later I am finished. I am hoping for the same for you. I will say a special prayer for you tonight for strength and wisdom. If you ever need to "talk" send me a private message. Good night "sister" Donna __________________ Donna Crystal Lake, IL Diagnosed 8/4/06 at age 54 Lumpectomy 8/30/06 Stage llA, grade 3, ER/PR-, Her2++ 1.7 cm tumor, 1+ lymph node out of 9 Completed 4 A/C, & 4 Taxol with Herceptin 36 rads completed 5/16/07 Mammograms, 7/07 clear fractured ribs in radiated area 10/07 Finished Herceptin 12/27/07 Mammogram,CT,tumor markers 1/08 - small lung nodules in radiated area, repeated tests 3/08 stable Mammogram,CT ,tumor markers 6/08 stable NED 2 years!! 3 years !!! 4years!!!! 4 years, 10 months and 8 day NED, calling it 5 years!!! Official 5 years 8/30/2011 8/31/ 2012 - 6 years!!!!!!