1st round of taxotere and cytozan done and no reactions
Lorrie Balentine
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Wonderful!
I had the same chemo regimen as you're getting, and had very few problems. I did have some indigestion and just general tiredness about 3-4 days after my chemo, but never had nausea at all. I also have a good friend that is getting the same cocktail for 6 rounds and so far through her 4th treatment has been doing even better than I did.
Just keep drinking your water, and take your anti-nausea meds for a couple of days (as directed by your onco, of course) even if you don't feel you need them. Nausea is much easier to prevent than to treat once it hits.
So glad it went so easily for you!!!
Cindy0 -
Chemo going wellcindycflynn said:Wonderful!
I had the same chemo regimen as you're getting, and had very few problems. I did have some indigestion and just general tiredness about 3-4 days after my chemo, but never had nausea at all. I also have a good friend that is getting the same cocktail for 6 rounds and so far through her 4th treatment has been doing even better than I did.
Just keep drinking your water, and take your anti-nausea meds for a couple of days (as directed by your onco, of course) even if you don't feel you need them. Nausea is much easier to prevent than to treat once it hits.
So glad it went so easily for you!!!
Cindy
Thanks...I was pretty worried about how it would go and am so glad it went as well as I could ever have imagined. Thanking God for that. I took just one pill so far today for nausea. I started feeling a little something and they said as soon as you feel it to take it. I did that and have had no other problems. I hope my last 3 treatments go as well as this one did.
Lorrie0 -
chemo treatment
I'm new to this site so want to say hi and so glad your chemo went well for you. I had the same chemo as you have except i have a port.I also got a weird anxious reaction during treatments, like my arms and legs would not settle down.They gave me Adavan after that and it helped some.Hope you continue to feel well.0 -
Glad everything went well
Glad everything went well for you. I am having my first chemo on Tuesday the same two drugs as you. I am a tad nervous so hearing this makes me feel a little bit better.0 -
chemo treatmentscalabria03 said:Glad everything went well
Glad everything went well for you. I am having my first chemo on Tuesday the same two drugs as you. I am a tad nervous so hearing this makes me feel a little bit better.
Hi Calabria,
Just remember everyone reacts differently so just take it as it comes and trust God to carry you through it. I have been pretty fatigued the past 2-3 days but feel a bit better today. Getting a few mouth sores but not too bad. I am going to keep using the biotene products but I am also going to try the baking soda mix today. The best thing is that at least I am not sick from it. I was ooncerned about that. I know I can get through this and you can too. Stay strong in the Lord and the power of His might....not in your own strength but His.
Lorrie0 -
Same first round with 3/17 Start DateBalentine said:chemo treatments
Hi Calabria,
Just remember everyone reacts differently so just take it as it comes and trust God to carry you through it. I have been pretty fatigued the past 2-3 days but feel a bit better today. Getting a few mouth sores but not too bad. I am going to keep using the biotene products but I am also going to try the baking soda mix today. The best thing is that at least I am not sick from it. I was ooncerned about that. I know I can get through this and you can too. Stay strong in the Lord and the power of His might....not in your own strength but His.
Lorrie
Hi Lorrie,
Nice to watch symptoms from someone just ahead of one on the trail! I started on 3/17 and similarly have been feeling good. Had a neulasta shot yesterday, and feel slightly achy, but no meds. Haven't had any nausea and only took the nausea meds they gave me during the chemo session itself. Appetite great. Went on treadmill today for 40 minutes--the port surgeon wants me to be careful with strength work for 2 weeks so I don't flip the port. He says it is stitched to my pectoral muscles and I need to be careful. Have a home office, so am working of my home. Took a short nap yesterday. Using the biotene products as well. Prayer cover must be working, and staying strong in the Lord is sound thinking. Thanks for your posts.0 -
baking sodalaskinroadie said:Same first round with 3/17 Start Date
Hi Lorrie,
Nice to watch symptoms from someone just ahead of one on the trail! I started on 3/17 and similarly have been feeling good. Had a neulasta shot yesterday, and feel slightly achy, but no meds. Haven't had any nausea and only took the nausea meds they gave me during the chemo session itself. Appetite great. Went on treadmill today for 40 minutes--the port surgeon wants me to be careful with strength work for 2 weeks so I don't flip the port. He says it is stitched to my pectoral muscles and I need to be careful. Have a home office, so am working of my home. Took a short nap yesterday. Using the biotene products as well. Prayer cover must be working, and staying strong in the Lord is sound thinking. Thanks for your posts.
Hi Laskinroadie,
Yesterday I started using just baking soda mixed with a little water to make a paste to brush my teeth. I was using the biotene products but still began getting a few mouth sores so I thought I would try the baking soda. It works much better. I did not have to have any shots. I wonder how they decide if you need the shots or not. I do not have a port. I only have to do 4 treatments...once every 3 weeks so they said I will not need a port. I don't know how you got on the treadmill for 40 minutes. I do not have that much energy. I have been pretty tired. Just laying around most of the time.
Lorrie0 -
Baking SodaBalentine said:baking soda
Hi Laskinroadie,
Yesterday I started using just baking soda mixed with a little water to make a paste to brush my teeth. I was using the biotene products but still began getting a few mouth sores so I thought I would try the baking soda. It works much better. I did not have to have any shots. I wonder how they decide if you need the shots or not. I do not have a port. I only have to do 4 treatments...once every 3 weeks so they said I will not need a port. I don't know how you got on the treadmill for 40 minutes. I do not have that much energy. I have been pretty tired. Just laying around most of the time.
Lorrie
No sores yet. May try the baking soda as a precaution. The treadmill doesn't sound so good today, but it seems like everybody says to keep moving. Maybe later! Pretty achey in the night, woke up about every couple hours. But, I feel pretty rested. It will likely be a napping day. though. No matter what, based upon some of the posts I've read, we are pretty lucky so far. Have a great day!
Donna0 -
1st treatmentlaskinroadie said:Baking Soda
No sores yet. May try the baking soda as a precaution. The treadmill doesn't sound so good today, but it seems like everybody says to keep moving. Maybe later! Pretty achey in the night, woke up about every couple hours. But, I feel pretty rested. It will likely be a napping day. though. No matter what, based upon some of the posts I've read, we are pretty lucky so far. Have a great day!
Donna
Hey, I am new to this computer thing. It has taken me a couple of weeks to send a message. Hopefully this will go through. I am on the same schedule as you Balentine. I had my first treatment the same day. I was very nervous but went ok. I had the shot the next day. I drink 3 liters of water a day thinking it was a good thing. I drank too much water and had problems with that.
Rhonda0 -
A new friendGiant Poodles said:1st treatment
Hey, I am new to this computer thing. It has taken me a couple of weeks to send a message. Hopefully this will go through. I am on the same schedule as you Balentine. I had my first treatment the same day. I was very nervous but went ok. I had the shot the next day. I drink 3 liters of water a day thinking it was a good thing. I drank too much water and had problems with that.
Rhonda
Hi Rhonda,
Wow so we are on the same schedule then. My next one is 4/5. I am just wondering how they decide if you need the shot or not??? They did not mention anything about a shot to me. I am assuming you are referring to the Neulasta (sp) shot to boost your WBC? I did not realize you could drink too much water...Mmmm...interesting. So what exactly happened that they feel it was caused by drinking too much water? The easiest way I have found to use this site is to bookmark the ones you are interested in or have posted to and then everyday just go to that bookmark and log in from there and reply to posts that way. It is easier than searching through all of the different categories. After that I may look at some of the other categories to see if there are any new ones that I want to reply to to help someone else out with some info I have or visa versa. It is a great support system. Let me know if you experience any other issues and I can tell you if I am having the same issues. Take Care Rhonda and lean on God right now to carry you through this. We will get through it together praying for one another and being an encouragement to each other.
Lot of Love,
Lorrie Balentine0 -
taxotere/cytoxan side effectsBalentine said:A new friend
Hi Rhonda,
Wow so we are on the same schedule then. My next one is 4/5. I am just wondering how they decide if you need the shot or not??? They did not mention anything about a shot to me. I am assuming you are referring to the Neulasta (sp) shot to boost your WBC? I did not realize you could drink too much water...Mmmm...interesting. So what exactly happened that they feel it was caused by drinking too much water? The easiest way I have found to use this site is to bookmark the ones you are interested in or have posted to and then everyday just go to that bookmark and log in from there and reply to posts that way. It is easier than searching through all of the different categories. After that I may look at some of the other categories to see if there are any new ones that I want to reply to to help someone else out with some info I have or visa versa. It is a great support system. Let me know if you experience any other issues and I can tell you if I am having the same issues. Take Care Rhonda and lean on God right now to carry you through this. We will get through it together praying for one another and being an encouragement to each other.
Lot of Love,
Lorrie Balentine
I just wanted to let you know that this forum has helped me so much. I had to join. I had my first treatment of taxotere/cytoxan on 3/16, Neulasta on 3/17, and it has knocked me out. I think I've had a four day headache! Has anyone else had a horrible headache with this? I had muscle aches and pains and bone aches on the 3rd day, but this darn headache won't quit. Also, just exhausted most of the time. This is making me realize that even though I hadn't "planned" to have side effects, apparently the chemo will do what it wants and my body will react no matter how I've planned. The other weird side effect I have is my tongue has a strange white film over it and feels kind of numb. Also, everything tastes strange - just off - but I think that's a very common side effect.
My question for everyone is that for people who did have aches/pains/side effects, how long did they last? I'm hoping that by tomorrow - Day 7 - I will be feeling at least better enough to spend a few hours at work.
As I'm writing this, the sun just came out in my neck of the woods. Spring is coming!
Thanks for listening - Stephanie0 -
shotsalexlib_mom said:taxotere/cytoxan side effects
I just wanted to let you know that this forum has helped me so much. I had to join. I had my first treatment of taxotere/cytoxan on 3/16, Neulasta on 3/17, and it has knocked me out. I think I've had a four day headache! Has anyone else had a horrible headache with this? I had muscle aches and pains and bone aches on the 3rd day, but this darn headache won't quit. Also, just exhausted most of the time. This is making me realize that even though I hadn't "planned" to have side effects, apparently the chemo will do what it wants and my body will react no matter how I've planned. The other weird side effect I have is my tongue has a strange white film over it and feels kind of numb. Also, everything tastes strange - just off - but I think that's a very common side effect.
My question for everyone is that for people who did have aches/pains/side effects, how long did they last? I'm hoping that by tomorrow - Day 7 - I will be feeling at least better enough to spend a few hours at work.
As I'm writing this, the sun just came out in my neck of the woods. Spring is coming!
Thanks for listening - Stephanie
Hi Alex,
I have been trying to find out if you look at my post before this one how you know if you need the shot or not because no one said anything to me about any shots. Please read my previous post. I am so sorry that you are feeling so bad from the chemo. Have you called your Oncology doctor or nurse and told them what is going on? Mine told me if I get any problems like the ones you are describing to call them right away and they would send a prescription to the pharmacy to relieve the symptoms. I am hoping that by now you have done so. The only days that bothered me were day 3 and 4 and now on day 7 I am just dealing with yuck mouth like you described. that is normal and if you begin brushing your teeth with just baking soda mixed with a few drops of water and drink some peppermint tea, suck on peppermint candy, or gum, your mouth wont be 100% better but you will get a lot of relief from that. All I drink now is warm tea or warm peppermint tea...and water of course. But I have even stopped drinking juices. Tea and water are the only two that don't bother my mouth. I hope this helps and if you have not called your doctor, please do so and tell them about your headache and muscle aches. God bless you and give you strength.
Love,
Lorrie Balentine0 -
Lorrie -Balentine said:shots
Hi Alex,
I have been trying to find out if you look at my post before this one how you know if you need the shot or not because no one said anything to me about any shots. Please read my previous post. I am so sorry that you are feeling so bad from the chemo. Have you called your Oncology doctor or nurse and told them what is going on? Mine told me if I get any problems like the ones you are describing to call them right away and they would send a prescription to the pharmacy to relieve the symptoms. I am hoping that by now you have done so. The only days that bothered me were day 3 and 4 and now on day 7 I am just dealing with yuck mouth like you described. that is normal and if you begin brushing your teeth with just baking soda mixed with a few drops of water and drink some peppermint tea, suck on peppermint candy, or gum, your mouth wont be 100% better but you will get a lot of relief from that. All I drink now is warm tea or warm peppermint tea...and water of course. But I have even stopped drinking juices. Tea and water are the only two that don't bother my mouth. I hope this helps and if you have not called your doctor, please do so and tell them about your headache and muscle aches. God bless you and give you strength.
Love,
Lorrie Balentine
I did have the
Lorrie -
I did have the neulasta shot, which may have contributed to the headache, which, THANKFULLY, went away on Monday. I talked to the Dr. and they thought it might be from going off the steroids, which seems strange to me, or from the Taxotere. At least I know what to expect next time and I will have pain meds ready!
I actually feel pretty good right now, except for the off taste in my mouth. My mother in law is here taking care of me so I have good food and lots of exercise.
I think your next treatment is the day before mine. It helps to know that others are right alongside (even if not right alongside!).
Thanks and I'll keep utilizing this forum.
Stephanie0 -
shotsalexlib_mom said:Lorrie -
I did have the
Lorrie -
I did have the neulasta shot, which may have contributed to the headache, which, THANKFULLY, went away on Monday. I talked to the Dr. and they thought it might be from going off the steroids, which seems strange to me, or from the Taxotere. At least I know what to expect next time and I will have pain meds ready!
I actually feel pretty good right now, except for the off taste in my mouth. My mother in law is here taking care of me so I have good food and lots of exercise.
I think your next treatment is the day before mine. It helps to know that others are right alongside (even if not right alongside!).
Thanks and I'll keep utilizing this forum.
Stephanie
Hey Alex,
Did they tell you what determines whether you need the shot or not? I have not had to get one and hope not to have to get any at all. My next treatment will be on 4/5. The nurse said the only side effect I should see as treatments go on is increasing fatigue and longer recovery with each treatment. I am hoping that I can still work but I will do what I can and not worry about the rest. Yes...this network is a God send. It gives you a wealth of information and instant new, amazing friends that know exactly how you feel and can come alongside one another to carry and lift each other up. It is so much a blessing and I thank God for each and everyone here. I will be in touch. Keep a smile on your face and keep your eyes on Christ. He is your strength and your healer. He has provided for you all you need and will continue to do so.
Lorrie0 -
Neulasta shotsBalentine said:shots
Hey Alex,
Did they tell you what determines whether you need the shot or not? I have not had to get one and hope not to have to get any at all. My next treatment will be on 4/5. The nurse said the only side effect I should see as treatments go on is increasing fatigue and longer recovery with each treatment. I am hoping that I can still work but I will do what I can and not worry about the rest. Yes...this network is a God send. It gives you a wealth of information and instant new, amazing friends that know exactly how you feel and can come alongside one another to carry and lift each other up. It is so much a blessing and I thank God for each and everyone here. I will be in touch. Keep a smile on your face and keep your eyes on Christ. He is your strength and your healer. He has provided for you all you need and will continue to do so.
Lorrie
Hi Lorrie
The Nuelasta shot is given if you're having treatments every 2 weeks. Since it takes 3 weeks for your body to rebuild the blood cells the shot is needed to "boost" your cells faster. You're having your treatments every 3 weeks so you don't need the shot.0
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