Horrible scan AEs with Tykerb?

[ElaineM]

The pre Pet scan diet can cause problems in sensitive people.
The diet is meant to reduce the blood glucose levels in preparation for the pre scan contrast injection.
Very low blood glucose levels under 75 can cause problems. They can also cause dehydration. The pet scan contrast injection can also cause problems in sensitive people.
Some medical centers are very strick about the diet 24 hours before the scan----------absolutely no carbs, including no vegetables and no fruit. The only food some centers allow is protein and fat or nuts.
If you like beverages with caffeine if your medical center requires that you do not drink caffeinated beverages 24 hours before the scan the caffeine withdrawal symptoms may also be bothering you.
Certainly whatever medication you are taking could also have an impact, but I think most of the problems are related to the pre pet scan diet and requirements.
I hope you feel better soon. Eat, drink alot of liquids, and get some rest now that the scan is finished.