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I had lumpectomy, 4 ac and then did taxotere and hercpetin (12 weeks and 1 year) I will be done with hercpetin this August. Lump was 1.4 cm, had 1 micromet to the sentinal node, other nodes negative and er/pr- and her2+++. I had 35 radiation treatments. I remember being relieved at how much easier the taxotere was compared to the AC. I didn't need nearly as many anti-nauseous meds and felt clearer mentally. My onc uses taxotere instead of taxol partly because the incidence of neuropathy is less. I did not experience any numbness and was absolutely stunned when my hair started to grow back while still getting the taxotere.
With the recent findings I am very relieved that I pushed for the herceptin. I don't know how any of this will play out but I just didn't want any regrets. With the minor inconvenience of IV's every 3 weeks and muga's every 3 months the herceptin is a piece of cake.
Good luck with your decisions and I am so glad you have the AC behind you.
Best
Tami
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