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I didn't have any problems with Adriamyacin but only because my onc told me to make sure to keep something, anything in my stomach whether I felt like it or not. And there were some days I didn't feel like eating. I can not tell you how many saltines I ate, but they really saved my life and making sure to drink ALOT of water and take the anti-nausea meds. I did gain weight because I was also told to eat a high protein low fiber diet. As a result I was able to maintain a somewhat normal life style. I continued to work although only on a very limited basis. The main thing is that when feeling tired to take a break, even nap if that is what your body is telling you to do. Rest, rest, rest. I didn't take Taxol but took something new called Abraxane. I had more problems with it. I broke out in rashes, lost the feeling in my fingers, and got sick before even leaving the infusion room all four treatments. I truly believe I was having allergic reactions to this treatment. Thankfully, it is all over and I am approaching the end of my herceptin treatments. I believe I only have 4 or 5 more (my onc will tell me next time I see her in three weeks). Just hang in there and let your mom know that there are alot of us out here who have been where she is and care and that she can do this.
Cindy
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