shortness of breath with Tykerb

[KirisMum]

My daughter had this side effect when she was taking Tykerb and Taxol in a neoadjuvant trial. They weren't sure whether it was from the Tykerb or the Taxol. It was connected to a drop in her red blood cells and consequent anemia. Would they consider a blood transfusion for your sister? What does her oncologist say? Kiri was also diagnosed with pericarditis, collection of fluid around her heart, also due to the chemo. None of it was more than a nuisance and a pain until she had a gallbladder attack and had to be taken off the clinical trial. Again, there might have been a connection between the buildup of sludge in her gallbladder and the anemia. Kind of a domino effect.

Hope your sister feels better soon and can resume her treatment. Has she had surgery yet? I wish you both good luck. Hang in there. It gets better. :-)