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Hi,
You shouldn't have any ill effects based on my experience from this treatment. The 90 minute boost gave me chills and a temperature, but I have not had any problems with the weekly routine. I have been on this since 11/07/03, not missed a treatment (and I take it EVERY WEEK not 3 weeks on and 1 week off). So far my blood counts have been good enough and I do not receive any shots. My hair has thinned somewhat but it is not noticeable so no wigs yet (I have them as well from the last time). I take 10 mg of powdered glutamine 3 times a day for 4 days starting 24 hours after treatment plus 200 mg of B-6 every day. This really helps prevent/reduce neuropathy associated with taxol. My only complaint is that the decadron keeps me awake the night of the treatment (if I take treatments in the mornings). If I take treatments in the afternoon it is easier to sleep by taking benadryl again at bedtime - mornings are harder because I go to work afterwards and once benadryl has worn off (from the premeds) I am bouncing off the walls. All things considered I feel this is an easy treatment. Latest data shows this combination to be very effective. Good luck.
Kitty
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