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Lees1967's avatar
Lees1967
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11 years ago

Oncologist app

Thought I had put up a blog but can't i can't find it so went to oncologist yesterday all I remember from that app is that the cancer I have is her2 n chemo will start in app 2 wks, I need to have a heart test first n kidney function test to make sure they both hold up to what they want to give me any info on her2 would b appreciated everything is such a blur from yesterday n where hubby is usually on top he too was overwhelmed"....
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  • Tashie125's avatar
    Tashie125
    Member
    11 years ago
    Hi there. I know how that first appointment feels, so much information, so many words that it's hard to absorb it all. I too am HER2+ and the way my onc explained it to me was that HER2 cells are like excellerants on cancer cells, good news is that is what Herceptin is for. I am doing a year of herceptin (18 infusions I think) which I started when I started Docetaxol. I have it every three weeks until November this year. I dont have any side effects from it but yes you do have your heart tested every 12 weeks as herceptin can affect heart function, it hasn't affected mine and I believe it's only a small percentage that it does. I have an ECG every three months which is non invasive, it's a couple of pads on your chest and ultrasound. I hope this info helps you a little, I am more than happy to answer any other questions if I can relate to it. Good luck with your treatment, things do settle down a bit with time so go easy on yourself. Take care. Tash xx
  • Blossom59's avatar
    Blossom59
    Member
    11 years ago

    Hi Lees1967,

    I would suggest that you get a copy of your pathology report, you will then be able to  look at the BCNA guide and know more about your diagnosis.

    Blossom

  • Robyn_W's avatar
    Robyn_W
    Member
    11 years ago
    My cancer was invasive ductal carcinoma( the most common) and her2 neg.In cancer terms,this is a ' good' thing,because after treatment,you can go on to taking hormonal therapy,such as Tamoxifen,which is what I am on now.Other ladies with different cancers,aren't able to have this added protection,as it is of no use with their type of cancer.Have you got your kit that comes free from BCNA? There is good info in there on all the types and treatments of BC.Hope this helps and keep asking questions,as it really helps if you understand what is happening to you.Cheers xoxRobyn.ps.The kidney function and gated heart pool test are quite standard tests so don't worry too much x