Doxil

saundra
saundra Member Posts: 1,370 Member
edited March 2014 in Ovarian Cancer #1
I will start Doxil on Thursday. Looks like every four weeks. No cisplatin with it. I asked about that and my oncologist says it causes so much nausea that he wants to try Doxil alone to start with. May add it later.
My colon is involved and I have to really work to keep it working so I will have a double time of keeping thing moving. He said that I probably would not lose my hair this time...some thinning so I think I will wait and see before cutting it.

Thanks for the prayers. Saundra

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  • MichaelaMarie
    MichaelaMarie Member Posts: 163
    #2
    Doxil
    Hello Saundra,

    Have you taken Doxil before? I'm sure they have warned you, but you really do have to be very diligent about keeping all of your clothing very loose. I tried wearing a bra just when I went out, but still got a horrific rash in that area. Also, without thinking, I took a long car trip a day or so after treatment and ended up with severe burning on the back of my legs. It was like the worst sun-burn you have ever had! It was so painful to sit down or get up. And, it lasted for months. You can bet that I purchased a couple of mumu's and that is what I wore most of the rest of the time. Also, Bonnie had several recommendations that really helped. She suggested getting Instant Ocean at the pet store, and soaking in that, which really helped a lot. I don't mean to scare you, but am hoping that you can prevent some of these painful experiences some of us have had. I learned that you have to show Doxil a lot of respect. Here's hoping and praying that this is the one that will put you in remission!!!! Luv and hugs, MM
  • jean b
    jean b Member Posts: 77
    #3
    Hi Saundra: Hope things go
    Hi Saundra: Hope things go well for you. Keep in touch.
    Jean
  • ladyjogger31
    ladyjogger31 Member Posts: 289
    #4
    Doxil
    Hi Saundra, I was on Doxil for 5 months unfortunately it didn't work. I did not lose my hair but oh my skin under my arms were red raw. Like MM said you really have to watch tight clothing or anything that rubs against your skin. No hot showers, bras etc. I suffered awful; it was the worst chemo I was ever on. It didn't start until the 4th treatment. Good luck!!!
    Hugs and Prayers, Terry
  • BonnieR
    BonnieR Member Posts: 1,526 Member
    #5
    Doxil
    Hi Saundra,

    I had good results with doxil and you know the scoop about following all the don'ts while on it. My hair stayed in tact and in fact what I lost was weight. Seems that most women lose a few pounds while on it. Hugs ♥ Prayers Bonnie
  • kayandok
    kayandok Member Posts: 1,202 Member
    #6
    Doxil
    Dear Saundra, I pray that this will work good for you and you don't have any of the nasty side effects. I'm sure you are well informed. I will be following with interest as it will probably be my next chemo in the fall.

    Take care,
    kathleen:)
  • JoanC
    JoanC Member Posts: 231 Member
    #7
    ((HUGS))
    Saundra,
    Wishing you the best on Doxil and it kicks butt!!
    Prayers and hugs coming your way.
    ((HUGS)) Joan
  • Lisa13Q
    Lisa13Q Member Posts: 677
    #8
    How is it going?
    Hi Saundra,

    Just checking in to see how you;re doing on the Doxil. I was thinking about you today. Hope you're ok. Lisa
  • mathteach1
    mathteach1 Member Posts: 2
    #9
    Doxil
    I have been taking Doxil since April and have had little reaction to it other than if I am out in the sun I get red and very nauseous. Have you had a mugga scan on your heart? My doctor had me take one because Doxil can do a number on your heart and damage it.
  • LPack
    LPack Member Posts: 645
    #10
    prayer
    Saundra,

    I don't have anything to add. Never had doxil. Just wanted to say I continue to pray for you.

    In His Grip,
    libby
  • saundra
    saundra Member Posts: 1,370 Member
    #11
    mathteach1 said:

    Doxil
    I have been taking Doxil since April and have had little reaction to it other than if I am out in the sun I get red and very nauseous. Have you had a mugga scan on your heart? My doctor had me take one because Doxil can do a number on your heart and damage it.

    For mathteach1
    I will be watchful for heart side effects as my EKG shows that I have had a previous heart attack or either I was born with an abnorma pattern. At Stage IV (my cancer had spread to my liver) I had to weigh the
    side effects carefully. Because I have had three abdominal surgeries, surgery for my tumor on the colon is the last resort to consider and time is the deciding factor. Hoping to shrink the tumor before a complete blockage of the colon as rapidly as possible. Medicine is not an exact science. I pray and trust God to protect. Saundra

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