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I recently read some truly fascinating material based on studies indicating that our immune system CAN learn and adapt. (I'll give you the reference if you're interested. Of all places, it was in one of Daniel Goleman's books on emotional intelligence). Several studies showed a direct correspondence between the brain (neuron firing patterns) and immune system cells. Sure something to think on!
The immune system is obviously key in fighting this disease. The question becomes one of how to "train" it to do that. Maybe it's not just the Herceptin but other things you're doing that are assisting the impact of Herceptin.
In his book on Health and Healing (excellent, BTW), Dr. Andrew Weil discusses the power of the "placebo effect" which is not what many doctors and scientists think (and denegrate) but the body's ability to heal itself--likely through the immune system.
So glad to hear you're not becoming another sad statistic. Betting you won't, either!
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