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StephN · 10-31-2005, 03:46 PM

Hi -
We are always saying on this board that each one of us will have some individual twist in how our bodies use and react to the various drugs we are subjected to.

My first dose of Herceptin was as a Stage IV patient with rampant liver mets and a climbing CA27-29 tumor marker that reached over 100 at times. I also had it with my first doses of Taxol and Navelbine. Now you have to admit that this is quite a slam to one's system.

As I recall (it was about 4 years ago this took place) I had some slight fever that first evening but did eat the dinner my hubby fixed. The next day I felt fine - and was pleasantly surprised at how good I felt. No flu -like feelings, but LOTS of cancer cells running around!
I proceeded to the cancer center to have a bone scan and saw my nurse case manager. She was glad I did not have any ill effects and said they like to check up on us as each patient will react differently.

So, my experience does NOT match with what your consultant said about the cancer cells being a reason for a reaction. I also am allergic to all sorts of furry animals as well as horses. Guess a little side of "mouse" with my drug is tolerated ok due to my taking regular allergy meds.

Glad you are doing well within the UK medical system - we have some women who post real problems over there.

10-31-2005, 03:46 PM	#9
StephN Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Misty woods of WA State Posts: 4,128	Flu - like or not? Hi - We are always saying on this board that each one of us will have some individual twist in how our bodies use and react to the various drugs we are subjected to. My first dose of Herceptin was as a Stage IV patient with rampant liver mets and a climbing CA27-29 tumor marker that reached over 100 at times. I also had it with my first doses of Taxol and Navelbine. Now you have to admit that this is quite a slam to one's system. As I recall (it was about 4 years ago this took place) I had some slight fever that first evening but did eat the dinner my hubby fixed. The next day I felt fine - and was pleasantly surprised at how good I felt. No flu -like feelings, but LOTS of cancer cells running around! I proceeded to the cancer center to have a bone scan and saw my nurse case manager. She was glad I did not have any ill effects and said they like to check up on us as each patient will react differently. So, my experience does NOT match with what your consultant said about the cancer cells being a reason for a reaction. I also am allergic to all sorts of furry animals as well as horses. Guess a little side of "mouse" with my drug is tolerated ok due to my taking regular allergy meds. Glad you are doing well within the UK medical system - we have some women who post real problems over there.