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Hi Lisa,
When I had the first round of AC in 98 my neutrophils were down to 300. I was so sick I didn't think I would make it. I was in the hospital for three days with IV antibiotics, and my counts finally rose back on their own and I reccovereed. My oncologist then prescibed neupogen after that for the rest of AC and Taxol. It allowed me to stay healthy enough to have the rest of my chemo and to teach third grade. I don't think I could have taken another round of Chemo without it. It may artificially raise white blood cells but it kept me going. If and when I go on heavy duty chemo again, I will request it up front. I felt so awful that time (the worse sore throat, couldn't swallow at all, rapid heart beat, and high fever)
Good luck,Lisa!!!! I want you to be better soon for your granddaughter. I would call around and get more information about these drugs before I took no for an answer. I am going to ask my oncologist about this the next time I see him. He is at the Dana Farber.
Best wishes and have a good weekend.
Barbara H.
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