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Old 07-07-2008, 06:22 AM   #1
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swollen ankles

Patti:
I also had some swelling in my ankles/lower legs towards the end of my Herceptin. You really should at least make a call to your provider. Edema can be an indicator of something that needs followup. That doesn't mean you will need another medication.
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AC X 4, Taxol X 4
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Herceptin for 6 months, d/c due to
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Old 07-08-2008, 05:24 PM   #2
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I had the same swelling in my ankles following Herceptin treatment. After treatment ended it progressed to all joints swollen & painful. I had a gamut of tests & so far (I say this because I am still seeing drs. to find out what is happening) all that they say is "inflammatory arthritis"- I have had some success with diet, if you have any question just PM me or see the following thread.

http://her2support.org/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=24410

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1/05 full node dissection
4 A/C 4 Taxol DD, Herceptin 1 yr.
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