neulasta shot
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Hi Pie
I also get the neulasta shot. I drive a hour one way tho the Dr. but it is worth it because it helps to rebuild you white blood cells. And you don't want to get any infections that can put you into the hospital. But you can take the shot anywhere from 24 to to 48 hours is what I was told by the nurse. So if you cant make it the next day you can go the day after. The shot can have some side affects the good outweighs the bad for me. I just have some joint pain, a little bone pain, muscles cramps. Nothing to bad it is doable. Take care and the best of luck to you Kay0 -
Hi Pie.Hubby said:Know any nurses?
My wife has a friend who is an RN who administered her Nuelasta shots.
Bob
Everyone is different, of course, but I had the Neulasta shot after my first 5 chemos and then because I was doing so well, my doc. decided I could skip the last one. Unfortunately, I ended up in the hospital for 5 days with an infection and high fever after skipping it that last time. It did cause some flu-like symptoms for me--bone and joint aches, but it does help to build those white cells back up quicker. I hope you find a way to get the shots after your treatments--just as added insurance.
Hugs, Renee0 -
Friends, etc...
As someone said, do you have any friends who are nurses? They don't have to be an RN....an LPN can give it.. Or perhaps you could take it from your local family doctor's office.....IF all else fails, call the AMC and ask for assistance......
Good luck and Peace be with you0 -
I never had to take it....MAJW said:Friends, etc...
As someone said, do you have any friends who are nurses? They don't have to be an RN....an LPN can give it.. Or perhaps you could take it from your local family doctor's office.....IF all else fails, call the AMC and ask for assistance......
Good luck and Peace be with you
My onc. didn't believe in giving it unless it was needed. She wanted my body to kick in and do the work naturally and as it happened I never had a low enough county to require it.
Maybe you could ask to try it without the shot and see what your count does on it's own.
I worked through the whole treatment as a 5th gr teacher so she was aware that I would be subjected to GERMS, but was not concerned. I never got sick once. I was very diligent about what I ate and drank, putting only the best of everything on my plate. One food that is high in iron that I was able to eat was venison. Don't know if you know any hunters, but I would highly suggest trying to secure some during your therapy.
Good luck and God bless,
Lorraine0 -
have the nurses
Have the nurses teach your husband to give the shot.He can get comfortable by practicing first. Once he gives it a try you will wonder what the worry was all about.0 -
Neulesta Shottjohnson2310 said:have the nurses
Have the nurses teach your husband to give the shot.He can get comfortable by practicing first. Once he gives it a try you will wonder what the worry was all about.
Pie, the one thing you don't want to do is skip the Neulesta Shot. It is given for a reason, and that reason is to keep your blood count up, your immune system in tune, and your chance for infection less. Lots of times you can have the shot administered by your local pcp, the pharmacy where you generally pick up prescriptions, or even an RN any health professional in your area. Talk with your oncologist and see which is available in your area. I am sure they will work with you. Good luck, and know that you have lots of people behind you just waiting to help with any questions you may have. Hugs, Judy0 -
I had to inject it once to myself
It was during the Holidays (Thanksgiving) and the office was closed on the day I needed it. So lo and behold, they ship it in a box. It was packed in ice...weird. Anyway a friend helped me inject it on my lower abdomen. It was pretty padded there so I really didn't feel discomfort.
It's not easy but it can be done.
Of course my preference is to have the nurse do it.
Blessings,
Sylvia0 -
I was told do to the cost ofsea60 said:I had to inject it once to myself
It was during the Holidays (Thanksgiving) and the office was closed on the day I needed it. So lo and behold, they ship it in a box. It was packed in ice...weird. Anyway a friend helped me inject it on my lower abdomen. It was pretty padded there so I really didn't feel discomfort.
It's not easy but it can be done.
Of course my preference is to have the nurse do it.
Blessings,
Sylvia
I was told do to the cost of the shot you can not give it at home, has to do with insurance. I also traveled 1 hour to get shot. It's a pain but you have to do it and the way I see it it's best to have all you medical in one place. I only had the shot for the 4 rounds of ac. Good luck0 -
I gave the neulasta shot toKat11 said:I was told do to the cost of
I was told do to the cost of the shot you can not give it at home, has to do with insurance. I also traveled 1 hour to get shot. It's a pain but you have to do it and the way I see it it's best to have all you medical in one place. I only had the shot for the 4 rounds of ac. Good luck
I gave the neulasta shot to myseif I was scared at first but I put it in my belly and I didnt feel a thing. The needle is so fine you dont feel it at all. Its just the fear of giving yourself the shot. Good Luck Its normal to be scared at first my once you have to do it the rest is a breeze.0 -
don't take it
My oncologist said my blood work was good and he would prefer to wait and see if i really need it. never did my blod counts would always climb right back up before the next reatment.0 -
I'm with you, Sweetvickid, buttsweetvickid said:don't take it
My oncologist said my blood work was good and he would prefer to wait and see if i really need it. never did my blod counts would always climb right back up before the next reatment.
I think we're alone on that opinion. Why take anything you don't need?0 -
neulasta shot
I agree to have the nurses teach your husband. I have been giving my wife her's for the past 3 rounds after her Ixempra. I'm terrified of needles as long as they are not for me. The nurse showed me with a gel pad that looked like your skin. I did several times until I was comfortable and now my wife says that I do it better than the nurses. Good luck.
Thomas0 -
Shotmarines911 said:neulasta shot
I agree to have the nurses teach your husband. I have been giving my wife her's for the past 3 rounds after her Ixempra. I'm terrified of needles as long as they are not for me. The nurse showed me with a gel pad that looked like your skin. I did several times until I was comfortable and now my wife says that I do it better than the nurses. Good luck.
Thomas
You didn't say how often you're getting the chemo.
It takes 3 weeks for your body to replenish the white cells on its own. That's why the last shot is sometimes skipped. If you're getting chemo every 2 weeks, you have to have the nuelasta shot. I had to go to the cancer center for my insurance to pay for it. Without insurance it costs $3,000.00 per shot. Thankfully I have good insurance and it only cost $30.00 copay.
Sher0 -
my co pay was to high for meSher43009 said:Shot
You didn't say how often you're getting the chemo.
It takes 3 weeks for your body to replenish the white cells on its own. That's why the last shot is sometimes skipped. If you're getting chemo every 2 weeks, you have to have the nuelasta shot. I had to go to the cancer center for my insurance to pay for it. Without insurance it costs $3,000.00 per shot. Thankfully I have good insurance and it only cost $30.00 copay.
Sher
my co pay was to high for me to do it myself, so we drove to the hospital. I wish I didnt have to have it, but with the dose dense chemo, every two weeks. it was necessary. unfortunately its too late by the time you get tested before your chemo. I am going to ask about the difference betwen giving it every 2 or 3 weeks. wont help me but maybe someone else.0 -
Sparkle, I'm where you were.sparkle1 said:I have the shot on the
I have the shot on the second day. When I didn't take the shot my count was low and then I had to take 3 neupogen shots 3 days in a row. Not fun!
Sparkle
I had my first round 10 days ago and had bloodwork today. I have to have shots for the next 3 days. How long did you ache, etc.?0 -
I ached for about a week. IQuiltingMama123 said:Sparkle, I'm where you were.
I had my first round 10 days ago and had bloodwork today. I have to have shots for the next 3 days. How long did you ache, etc.?
I ached for about a week. I took TylenolPM to relieve the pain and get some sleep. Good luck and get plenty of rest. This too shall pass!
Sparkle0
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