Lobular carcinoma first chemotherapy today
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It's such a hard one. You want so much to finish the prescribed course, but be aware that peripheral neuropathy can continue to progress for some time after completing chemo. For some, it then goes completely, for others, there is no resolution and great effect on life. Many others will fall somewhere in between.
I had a different taxane, & not does dense. I considered my pn fairly mild. I start chemo just on 4 years ago. Whilst I would say i have almost normal sensation in my finger tips, I can have a firm grasp on a item and then it's gone. Luckily it hasn't been anything breakable to date. My 2 little toes on each foot are still quite numb on the underside, so I tend to be careful walking but it's not a major issue.
You, and your team have to weigh up the risk v benefit ratio of continuing or stopping. As always, write your questions and concerns and take them to your appointment
Take care
I had a different taxane, & not does dense. I considered my pn fairly mild. I start chemo just on 4 years ago. Whilst I would say i have almost normal sensation in my finger tips, I can have a firm grasp on a item and then it's gone. Luckily it hasn't been anything breakable to date. My 2 little toes on each foot are still quite numb on the underside, so I tend to be careful walking but it's not a major issue.
You, and your team have to weigh up the risk v benefit ratio of continuing or stopping. As always, write your questions and concerns and take them to your appointment
Take care