Al, How did Linda tolerate the xeloda?

[lu ann]

Al and Linda, I'm so glad to hear that things are headed in the right direction for you. I've been following your case since spring 04 when I first found this sight. I have mets to spine, pelvis, mediastynem, and pleural effusion. I've been on herceptin, taxol, and carboplatin for six months; herceptin and navelbine for 2 months; herceptin and gemsar 2 months; a 3 month break; then back on herceptin and gemsar since August; and zometa monthly. My CA15-3 was at it's peak at 345 before rad. tx. and chemo. After 6 months on the her., tax., carb., they were down to 21. After going on navelbine they started to climb and are currently in the 90's. I will be seeing my doc. next Fri. and have a feeling I might be going on something new if my counts haven't come down. I think xeloda was the next option. What kind of effects did Linda have from the xeloda. And how has she gotten this far emotionally. I am starting to get depressed again and not wanting to continue tx. I really don't want to take any more drugs but I might need to take an antidepressant. What kind of diet does she eat and what supplements do you recommend? Thanks and God Bless You and your family. Lu Ann.