I was excited to be able to make it to take a newly approved drug, Cyramza. I did not expect it to cause me so much suffering. In fact, I feel a bit broken from this new treatment (Cyramza and Docetaxol).
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm426720.htm
I'm somewhat stable with broken bones, and dealing with the side effects of the chemo treatment with discolored and cracking nails; my feet, face, eyelids, and belly are all swollen, causing me to gain 10 pounds. Along with that, I have mouth sores, alopecia, and extreme fatigue. The side effects are destroying my quality of life. Individually they are manageable, but together I have to ask - is Docetaxol worth this? I don't know what the future holds, but I hope there will be a more manageable and effective treatments soon.
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm426720.htm
Well, it is good to see you blogging, but it sounds like this treatment is really rough. I hope it starts to get a little easier. xo Tori
ReplyDeleteThanks. it is pretty hard, and i'm not getting another one anytime soon.
DeleteP.S. You deserve the best LC bloc of the year!! :)
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I hope you will consider sharing this information with your audience. Shareable infographics can be downloaded here. If you have any questions at all, feel free to contact me at pmeckler@gopraxis.com.
Thanks!
Paige