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long term herceptin for bc mets....
Found an old discussion from Kari_2015. Just wanted to let ladies know that I have been on Herceptin for 13yrs. Managing to keep lesions only in bone so pretty happy with that... Only know one other lady that is on herceptin still...been 11-12yrs for her too. My understanding is that if you are going to have problems cardiac wise it is more likely to happen in the early stages. I have reg echo's done. Get pissed off with having treatment at times but very thankful for this drug... would love to hear from others that are on herceptin long term.. cheers :)
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- Figs and dates are good too.
- The suggestion of pear juice is a good one! They say pears is a natural laxative! Hope it works!
Also apples, raw are a laxative, stewed, settle the tum!
From google!This article lists 14 healthy foods that can help you poop.- Apples. Apples are a good source of fiber, with one small apple (5.3 ounces or 149 grams) providing 4 grams of fiber (2). ...
- Prunes. Prunes are often used as a natural laxative — and for good reason. ...
- Kiwifruit. ...
- Flaxseeds. ...
- Pears. ...
- Beans. ...
- Rhubarb. ...
- Artichokes
- Hi @Merv, so nice to hear of someone else doing Herceptin and Perjeta long term. Sometimes I feel like it’s just me. I hope they get your mets under control xx
- I know a lady who has been on herceptin for 16 years and still contained in her bones.
Glad you are still here and giving others hope.
Paula x - Thanks @Brenda5 .. I'll try anything!
- Merv, not an ultimate cure but if your diet isn't up to normal, drink Pear juice. Apparently it has lots of fiber and was recommended to my dad when he got that way.
- Oh @Merv your project made me smile, constipation!
Just wanted to wish you well and say that I am sending virtual good energy and willing you along to a reduction of your mets with the continued treatment
Take care - I'm just shy of 3 years on herceptin and perjeta and it's been going well. Unfortunately, the mets have spread to my brain and it's a whole new ballgame. For now it's continuing with the targeted therapy, I've just finished brain radiation and hoping the brain tumors will abate for a while. But mostly I'm intent on enjoying each day and not wasting a moment... and I'm in search of the ultimate cure for constipation!
- Hi Beryl where do you have treatment that is open on the weekend... :)
- Hi StarGirl
I do find it hard sometimes as patients come and go... but for the most time it's ok. I also have a sister that works in the oncology admin so I am lucky. As I have been going to treatment so long the staff have become like extended family.
