Next phase ... Chemo on Monday
Hi, After the lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy op, then next op of total axillary clearance of my right arm, I am now up to chemo. It starts on Monday. I am HER2 positive, grade 3, so will be havi...
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Please avoid turmeric on chemo as it can stop it doing what it needs to do. There is a website that talks about this.
Many of us have anxiety /depression prior diagnosis. Most likely your symptoms are directky related to the dexamethasone rather than just your pre-existing condition. Unfortunately when you have a history of anxiety and/ or panic disorder it feels the same. So yes...work with your health professionals and I'm sure they will find a suitable balance.
I have included a link about interactions with treatment. All suppliments should be discussed with your oncologist. Kath x
https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/turmeric
Many of us have anxiety /depression prior diagnosis. Most likely your symptoms are directky related to the dexamethasone rather than just your pre-existing condition. Unfortunately when you have a history of anxiety and/ or panic disorder it feels the same. So yes...work with your health professionals and I'm sure they will find a suitable balance.
I have included a link about interactions with treatment. All suppliments should be discussed with your oncologist. Kath x
https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/integrative-medicine/herbs/turmeric