Regimens, side effects, and support from others going through chemo.
Starting chemotherapy this October? Whether you’re preparing for your first infusion, in the middle of treatment, or nearing the finish line, this thread is for you. This is your place to connect, ask questions, share updates, celebrate milestones, and support others who understand the ups and downs of chemotherapy.…
Starting chemotherapy this September? Whether you’re preparing for your first infusion, in the middle of treatment, or nearing the finish line, this thread is for you. This is your place to connect, ask questions, share updates, celebrate milestones, and support others who understand the ups and downs of chemotherapy.…
Starting chemotherapy this June? We're glad you're here. Whether you're preparing for your first infusion, counting down to treatment day, or already a few appointments in, this thread is a place to connect with others who understand what you're going through. Chemo can bring a mix of emotions—questions, worries,…
Starting chemotherapy this July? We're so glad you've found us. Whether you're preparing for your first infusion, counting down to treatment day, or already several treatments into your plan, this thread is a place to connect with people who truly understand what you're going through. Chemotherapy can bring a wide range of…
These lists may be read in conjunction with the conversation created by www.breastcancer.org member Melissaga ("Tips for Getting Through Chemotherapy") on December 6th, 2006. Melissa's tips are great. (Posts by member "otter" are invaluable, and reliable). (The initial list & tips were compiled by my wonderful friend Miki,…
Tips/Products For Getting Through Chemo Antiemetics -I'm always shocked when I learn that not all oncology offices follow ASCO guidelines when it comes to antiemetics. AC and similar chemos are the most emetogenic (causing you know what!) out there and need big guns. According to the guidelines, everyone should be getting…
The main Breastcancer.org site has extensive information about Chemotherapy Treatment, including how chemotherapy works, who gets chemotherapy and chemotherapy medicines. Read Breaking Research News about Chemotherapy. Here are some other good places to get started: Chemotherapy: What to Expect Managing Chemotherapy Side…
Hi there, newly diagnosed IDC July 2026. Had lumpectomy. ER/PR+, HER2-, negative lymph nodes, stage 1A. Tx plan was radiation and tamoxifen. Derailed as my oncotype came back at 26. New tx plan with chemo, radiation and AI. Oncologist at Fred hutch is recommending either TC or CMF and said both are as efficacious. Not…
I have an appointment for my first chemotherapy appointment I’m anxious about it. Taxol
I am very new to these boards so I am not too familiar with all the terms and abbreviations but I do find the posts very helpful. I've been lurking around but have never posted anything until now. I had a mastectomy on my left breast on March 5th and reconstructive surgery at the same time. Surgery wasnt too bad and…
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