Wanted: Clinical Trial Info

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If you read my update above, you know that Dr. Pegram suggested I go on a clinical trial. I am seeking info on anyone who has gone on one, because I'm very afraid but also know that this might be the only thing left for me. Here are some questions that maybe some of you can help me with.

Where you scared to go on a clinical trial?

What made you decide to go on a clinical trial?

What phase? Dr. Pegram said that right now at UCLA I only qualify for phase I/II

Did you have any complications?

How long were you on a clinical trial?

If you stopped being on trial why?

If you are still on a trial, how long have you been on it and is it working?

Those on a phase III trial were you ever told that all phase III trials are blind studies and generally for first line treatment and not metastatic disease?

The study that I am possibly eligible for at UCLA is BMS-599626. It's supposed to target Her2Neu/EGFR. It is a phase I however, it will be a phase II for me because toxicity levels have been reached and they just have to compile the data. The study design is available on the NCI website. I hope some of you can ease my anxiety about clinical trials. God Bless, Hope