For some people, it never completely goes away. Effective birth control is necessary during treatment and for 2 months after treatmentfor women. Taxotere is one of many breast cancer chemotherapy drugs. I have a soup maker so maybe I should give it a go. I had been doing the paracetamol and ibuprofen as previously advised but the Oncology Sister told me that ibuprofen is not suitable for chemo patients as they can interfere with treatment and other medications, since switching I have had more relief and felt better. Drink 8-10 glasses of non-alcoholic, un-caffeinated fluid a day to prevent dehydration. You should let your doctor or nurse know if you experience any shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, or pain in your chest. It can be given alone or with other drugs. I had my first Taxotere on Monday and am not coping at all. This may increase the risk of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, mouth sores, fluid retention, nerve pain, numbness, tingling . Youre coming back off. Your physician will order lab tests throughout your treatment to keep an eye on your levels. Get the latest cancer stories, helpful resources, and personalized advice directly to your inbox. Keep reading to learn more about what to expect on your worst days on Taxotere. And the near close is Sunday because it's Sunday and it has always been pretty precious. Even if it is to moan. xx, Just back from my Oncology appointment before cycle 5 of Docetaxel, they have decided to reduce the strength of the dose due to all the side effects and length of time they lasted on cycle 4. I was diagnosed with grade 3 breast cancer in may. My husband has booked a cottage break in July to hopefully celebrate the end of chemo before my surgery. The end is now in sight and just keep thinking what a good job the chemo is doing getting rid of this nasty disease. Remember your hair helps keep you warm in cold weather, so a hat is particularly important in cold weather or to protect you from the sun. Patients may struggle with never-ending itchiness, swollen eyelids, and an increase in floaters. They might also encounter infections and inflammatory disorders as a result. Hope you are all enjoying the sunshine and feeling better. Hope we get a good July and August to compensate for the months we missed on the sofa. I had four rounds of Herceptin, Carboplatin, and Taxotere. I was tired and took naps on my days off. This medication contains alcohol and may cause intoxication. As horrid as her experience was, it had its payoff. Copyright @ 2019 binews.org | All Right Reserved. But I'm on SSP and we can't afford to have him stay at home every time I feel ****. Each day from now I knowI will get stronger and begin to do small task.Tthe feeling when I went for the last Chemo was a good I walked out and thought great I made it through now to get throught he effects. I'm taking Codeine and paracetamol with little effect. It's now a week since my 1st cycle of Docetaxel following 3 cycles of FEC, it has been a dreadful week where the treatment has thrown back every side effect possible. I thought I would need to have it for three weeks but they have said 5 days as new research has shown that it works just as well as the three weeks. I need to eat better to keep up my energy which is at an all time low. I know what to expect now and feel better prepared for chemo cycle 5, 2nd of Docetaxel . It is so much easier than the taxotere, virtually no side effects at all. xx, I'm with you on this I was the same didn't think I could go on but you do, I'm all done & back to work & back to normal (as normal as can be) good luck keep strong , Thank you for sharing your experience it help me know that it can be done. I was on taxotere and idI was on taxotere and id have my treatments on monday, and wednesday & thursdays were my bad days. Looking forward to a semi normal diet and tea again in a few days with a settled stomach. It is very frustrating when you just want to get on with life but he was advised to 'listen to what his body was saying and act accordingly' on an hour to hour basis if necessary. Cyclophosphamide is a type of chemotherapy medicine . I have no effects, no CRASH, no anything ((. Take regular Paracetamol and Ibruprofen all day every day. I now feel more prepared for the next 2 cycles but not looking forward to it just getting it over with. worst: [adverb] to the extreme degree of badness or inferiority. White blood cells (WBC) are important for fighting infection. Saying goodbye to our 8th graders and saying" I would get infused on Fridays. (Sarcoma, Soft Tissue Sarcoma, Stage 3, Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma [UPS]). Take care. By 2010, the drug had . I have previously been prescribed mouth wash, gel and drops to no avail this time round. The drug can cause tear duct closures which can cause permanent tearing. DelveInsight has compiled the symposium's major highlights so that one does not miss out on these expansions . For your mouth get som kingingical mouth wash and rinse with salt water every hour or so. 5 year old not there yet. Last reply: 8 years ago. Many women who receive taxane -based chemotherapy to treat breast cancer experience long-term peripheral neuropathy, according to follow-up data from a large clinical trial. I had them for for all 3 Fec. xxx. Ask your oncology care team before scheduling dental appointments or procedures. You make a good point about teeth, my whole jaw and mouth was aching and was feeling on edge, I have lots of mouth meds to help protect them but need to be vigilant. You have been a big help with your message of support. Taxotere was my aggressive chemo, and it caused the majority of the side effects the hair loss, nausea, all these different things. As long as I moved and tried to do those things, even though I felt crappy, I would always feel better afterwards. Talk to your healthcare team for helpful tips on dealing with this side effect. My reaction to Taxol was different. Knowing How to Handle Your Worst Days on Taxotere. Best wishes to everyone on this treatment and you will come out the other side. Your fingernails/toenails may become dark, brittle or fall off. The infusion will be slowed or stopped if this occurs. xoxoxoxo Lynn. constipation. I end up with wet pillows at nightnever had that with Tamaxifen or in 50s. Cannot speak personally here other than as the wife of a hubby who had chemo at the end of 2012 and was equally 'lousy' with all the side effects. She only took that a couple of times. You won't be up to doing anything. : those who have a cold, fever or cough or live with someone with these symptoms). I had my first T part last Thursday and I to have struggled with severe tiredness but worst is the pains in my legs and arms. They also said that cycles 5 and 6 will compound the side effects and by reducing the dose the recovery should be quicker and help me to complete the chemo sessions. As she feels better, your wife will realize that she CAN do it. Some chemotherapy medications can cause neuropathy (numbness or tingling in your hands and feet). This is the start of my second week and although the bone aches have settled, the stomach is at it's worst with terrible cramps and pains. Tax is bad, next time compounded it might be worse, roll on July! (2013) demonstrated that nano-formulation improved plasma PK and tumor delivery of Doc compared to the unprocessed Doc. My doctor did reduce the docetaxen for me after the first one e and it made a difference, My advise is phone your doctor or key worker and ask if them if they can reduce the doseage. Perseverance!! Sorry for the extended message but reading these chats means I'm not alone and I'm not a hypochondriac (as believe me I've thought it) In the larger STAMPEDE trial (2962 patients), adding docetaxel to standard hormonal therapy significantly improved survival among men with newly diagnosed, hormone-nave advanced prostate cancer. While it sounds harmless enough, constantly tearing eyes can cause other health issues. It causes numbness or a tingling feeling in the hands and/or feet, often in the pattern of a stocking or glove. In some people, the symptoms slowly resolve after the medication is stopped, but for some, it never goes away completely. I often feel like it's too much and want to give in. Week Three was Im actually feeling pretty good and then you go right back to Week One. When thered cell count is low, you may feel tired or weak. I know it is really hard to go back when you know how rough it will make you feel-I tried to look at as a bad dose of flu( a normal person problem)No one would expect you to get out of bed with flu. Eating a healthy diet helps you deal with side effects and fight infections. So close to week three now, exercise nil, so bored with all the sofa days. Hi, not sure if my experiences will help you. Not easy at all. Signs of a reaction can include: shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble swallowing, chest pain, rash, flushing, hives or itching or a decrease in blood pressure. A week in hospital on IV antibiotics and fluids and I was allowed home to rest rest rest! I have other family and friends help but they have their own lives that need to go on. For instance, they may continue to work, spend time with family, and exercise. I actually postponed Rads for a few weeks so that we could go away. It is a combination of two chemotherapy medicines: Docetaxel (Taxotere) Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) Docetaxel is a type of chemotherapy medicine called an taxane. I don't think you have "gone wrong" anywhere, more that T has hit you hard and you would like to be in a better place for the next 2. Docetaxel belongs to the group of medicines called antineoplastics (cancer medicines). Sore throat, swallowing, that was usually first couple of days then I started using Biotene (mouthwash)the day before chemo, the day of chemo, and the day after, and I didnt have any issues with that after at all. Will try the mouthwash as that is also a problem, I have a drink and seconds later my mouth is so dry again! Severe symptoms are less common but require dose modifications. On 9-1-09, I finished 6 cycles of Taxotere, Carboplatin and Herceptin. I am sorry that she is not feeling well. Taxotere prices without insurance will vary depending on where you buy it. x. I had the same treatment last year and just as you I struggled with Fec but my first T absolutely knocked me side ways! Exposure of an unborn child to this medication could cause birth defects, so you should not become pregnant or father a child while on this medication. If you are not eating enough, nutritional supplements may help. Cycle 1 was not too bad - aching legs and joints, lost toe and fingernails, numness in toes, soles of feet and fingertips, sore mouth (had to eat and drink through a straw) and nausea. Avoid mouthwashes that contain alcohol. Operation will be 4 weeks after my last dose. You may use nail polish, but do not wear fake nails. Signs of a reaction can include: feeling hot or flushed shivering itching a skin rash feeling dizzy a headache feeling breathless or wheezy swelling of your face or mouth pain in your back, tummy or chest. It was a one-and-a-half-hour dose. Nails still ok, feet and nails need constant cream sessions. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body. I have been doing research and have learned of some pretty serious side, i.e., mouth sores, possible stroke or heart attack, loss of hair, I think one person even said they'd lost a toe! How Docetaxel Is Given: Docetaxel is given through a vein (intravenously, IV) There is no pill form of docetaxel ; Premedication with a corticosteroid pill starting a day prior to docetaxel infusion for 3 days is given to reduce the severity of fluid retention and allergic reactions. I mentioned this thread to her - the common wisdom that the first is the worst because of the uncertainty and the rest is more of the same, only more so. (I too read somewhere that grapefruit can make the side-effects of the drug worse). Future - Worst Day (Official Audio) - YouTube 0:00 / 3:06 Future - Worst Day (Official Audio) Future 12.5M subscribers Subscribe 2.5M views 1 year ago #Future #WorstDay Future - Worst. Days 1,8: Gemcitabine 900mg/m 2 IV at a rate of 10mg/m 2 /minute, followed by: Day 8: Docetaxel 75-100mg/m 2 IV over 1 hour. Carry on being her strength and pass on my love to her xx. Please. The cycles were repeated every 3 weeks for 3 . The recommended dose of TAXOTERE is 60-100 mg/m2 administered intravenously over 1 hour every 3 weeks. Grapefruit can change how your body absorbs this medication. Fatigue. Genoa M. (Breast Cancer, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma [IDC], Stage 3, HER2+). Its common to lose hair when youre undergoing cancer treatments. Performing regular mouth care can help prevent or manage mouth sores. Really, you already have otherwise you wouldn't be 4 sessions down with only 2 more to go. The pain is horrendous and for me it moves from anywhere to anywhere. Been told its best to as it helps the operation be morebsuccessful. If the count gets too low, you may receive a blood transfusion. Other effects for me are tingling in feet, skin peeling off, mostly in feet, toe nails highly sensitive. Fluid build-up can cause heart failure and poor blood circulation. Your doctor will prescribe the exact regimen. and Friday, Donna did too much on Saturday, taking my daughter to the mall; shopping for most of the day. This hair loss can be all body hair, including pubic, underarm, legs/arms, eyelashes, and nose hairs. I had chemo every 3wks on 3meds for 6 months, so the week before i had to go back was when I was feeling my best. pathology report has our Onc ordering additional scans. Its often very difficult to treat edema caused by cancer and chemotherapy. Do not cut cuticles or ingrown nails. Fatigue is very common as a side effect. Try to get up and about rather than stay in bed - it was better for me to keep as active as I could and just didn't do anything at all on the really low days. Dragged myself to picc line clean at hospital.bad mistake, will have district nurse call next time. My poor hubby had to give them me.but they hurt and make me have achy legs.plus with the chemo sleepless nights. Exercise can help combat fatigue; a simple daily walk with a friend can help. You should preferably avoid the regular consumption of grapefruits and grapefruit juice while taking DOCEtaxel. I only have one more left now as it was my 5th cycle of chemo regimen FEC x 3 then Docetaxel x 3 . Sometimes cold food has less of an odor. Avoid large crowds and people who are sick (i.e. You should feel a lot better in about a week's time. If youre considering taking Taxotere to treat your cancer, you need to be prepared for what might come. Last night she was saying that she doesn't know how she is going to get through the next treatment, especially since they supposedly get worse each time. I never threw up really, but I had underlying nausea all the time. I know the taste thing lasts for a while but I crave something good to eat. I spent yesterday in A&E with chest pains which turned out to be heartburn and anxiety. Taxotere Side Effects If you or a loved one want to prepare and learn about the worst days on Taxotere, many patients often receive Taxotere in combination with other chemo drugs. Epiphora One of the most major Taxotere side effects is epiphora or, in simple terms, watery eyes. I was informed that I would need a mastectomy as to the way the tumour is growing in the breast. Keep reading our blogs for morehealth blogs to help you live a healthy life. Use of this online service is subject to the disclaimer and the terms and conditions. I have just had 4 cycles of FEC and other than the 3rd one, coped OK and carried on working a combination of at home and in work on my good week. A week later, I would have another dose of Gemcitabine and an hour of Taxotere. The 3rd week I just start to feel normal.and then whoops, time for another infusion to start the cycle. Ask your oncology care team about nutritional counseling services at your treatment center to help with food choices. I think I am over the worst of the bone aches but the stomach cramps, nausia and erratic bowels throw up a whole new situation. Thinking of you and your family, best wishes. Eyes watery but ok. Paracetamol Ibuprofen/codiene didn't work. Remember your reason for starting chemo. Do not apply anything to the site unless instructed by your care team. I took nausea tabs even when I wasn't nausaus, but it made little difference. Then i stared my 4 doses of docetaxel. She keeps telling me that she is not strong enough to do this; and I tell her that she is stronger than she thinks she is.Bob. for me it was the 4th and 5th daysi had my first AC on June 10 (a Thursday), and the worst days for me were Sunday and Monday. neuropathy, or pain caused by nerve damage. Ps Voltarol Gel is good rubbed in for the lower back pain. It helps with pain so uncomfortable in spasms but endurable if I dont climb too many stairs with lead legs, It may have helped the mouth too, the stronger dose did make me reach for the bonjella where moments before was ok. 10 days of horrible tastes and softer foods has been hard. It doesnt have to be anything big. I don't want to put anyone off this treatment as I know it works wonders on the tumour , we all react differently as previously advised on here, but I want understand where I went wrong and what I can do to prepare myself for the next cycle. I have been told that they have FL First Lady wants to explore new strategies for Cancer Tre ILC: Double Mastectomy-all breast tissue removed - Pathology showed positive margins. An absolutely horrid drug. Hopefully this will work out and spare me the ordeal of last time. X. Hi everyone, I start taxatere in feb.can anyone please tell me If I have to have the horrid injections for bone marrow while having that chemo? It was stage Three I though thats it,the end. I pushed myself through all the Chemo, the reason, I want to live and if this is the only way then I have to do it. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition. Brady appears to be expanding his brand rapidly in 2023. The side effects from that have been enoughpoor gut. It's an option that, over the last twenty years, medical teams and patients believed was the best course of action. Except she would always end up in hospital as her temp would spike along with the joint pains. *Qualifying persons may obtain medications directly from patient assistance programs without any out-of-pocket cost (or for less than $49 per medication). You should not breastfeed while receiving this medication or for 1 week after your last dose. Actually, I had a really nice time as it was. For cycle 2 I used a great mouthwash - Difflam and have had no sore mouth problems since. Your red blood cells are responsible for carrying oxygen to the tissues in your body. I haven't been able to do anything. as these can all increase the risk of bleeding. You should let the oncology care team know if you experience numbness or tingling in the hands and/or feet, as they may need to adjust the doses of your medication. Since the growth of normal cells may also be affected by docetaxel, other unwanted effects will also occur. 1. Liked the clearer head but found days 3 to 6 the worst when ankles, knees or hips gave way. I was initially told to have the chemo in the hope they could conserve the breast! I'm on my 6th Dox this week, (last one) and I mentioned to my oncologist on 3rd dose that i was awake ALL night on the steroids - I had been prescribed 8mg Dexamethasone twice daily starting day before and finishing on day after Dox. Health Advice: What Is A CPAP Machine And How Does It Work? Found the freeze gell hit the joint areas better and gave relief. However on week 3 of the cycle got more or less back to normal before the next onslaught. * To protect your identity do not use your full name. 01-06-2015 02:21. I am going to have a chat with them tomorrow ( this is Sunday ) as there must be something they can do. And yes, for me at least, it is cumulative and is a bit worse each cycle. My wonderful wife took me away between chemo and Rads, it was a truly enjoyable break, 5 days in a cabin in the woods (provided free by The Willow Foundation). fatigue. If you ask about people's favourite CPAP machine, you can find those who love an APAP instead. It's important to take things day by day. After this drug I could only eat about three things, dry crispbreads, toast and marmite and mandarin oranges - I lived almost exclusively on mandarins because everything else tasted disgusting. TAXOTERE (docetaxel) injection, for intravenous use . Painkillers, she had all the same things as you. Good luck with your next cycle and hopefully you too will benefit from the treatment. While on cancer treatment, and for a period after, you may need to adjust your schedule to manage fatigue. Docetaxel is its generic name, and it belongs to the taxane class of drugs. Liked the clearer head but found days 3 to 6 the worst when ankles, knees or hips gave way. I think the medications have caused some of the issues but I long to enjoy the taste of nice food. Drank gallons of water to try and flush it out. My tumour is responding well as confirmed by a recent MRI between cycle 3 and 4 so I need to continue to hopefully get through these last two cycles. Itis designed to target malignant cancer cells in your body. You don't sound negative, you just sound disheartened that after following all advice you are still suffering and also that you are finding treatment difficult. So those were constant through the whole process. So going through the rest of the horror. Gone too far now to stop just need to finish the course. I think it would have been better to know just what to expect but as we all react different it's not possible. xx. Thank you, hope you continue to be well. The taste improved just before the next treatment. A swift and successful op was followed by FEC-T chemo. Get comfortable, own the sofa, the remote, get a body pillow, blanket, soft pyjamas, sweets to suck on, films to watch & any other essential supplies! I've had 2, 3rd one tomorrow. Common side effects of Tax are bone aches and pains, sore mouth/mouth ulcers, oral thrush, loss of taste. I would go to work when I was able to and just did what I could. Cancer treatment can affect your appetite and, in some cases, the side effects of treatment can make eating difficult. So I am sorry to confirm what you already know - the Taxotere is s*** and much more agressive than the FEC but you will get to the end of it. I shall follow your journey with hope and healing. Avoid any food that you think smells or tastes bad. I've just had my first Docetaxel 5 days ago and boy am I sufferingshooting painsin lower back, kidney area,legs andshoulders for two days now. But guess what? Your nurse will check you for signs of a reaction during your treatment. Actual exercise. Of course, we each respond as individuals. Remember, not all advice works for everyone. In its mechanism of action, Taxotere prevents the inner structures of cancer cells from building, which stops cell division and eventually leads to cancer cell death. Can eat, not been sick, not taken antisickness meds, but nausia with ukky taste but poor sleep got worse. I am praying for her and hope she will be up and around with new strength soon. Keep your fingernails and toenails clean and dry. That finished months ago, but she's still whacked by the docetaxel on and off. Taxotere is part of a family of drugs known as taxanes that work by preventing cell growth. But I am in good health and loving life. Try saltines, or ginger ale to lessen symptoms. None worked. So my advice is dont be scared to ring the chemo hotline, they know what to advise and whether or not you should go in.. Signs of a reaction can include: shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble swallowing, chest pain, rash, flushing, hives or itching or a decrease in blood pressure. My diet is so bland in taste no matter what I try, if the mouth problem resolves and I can enjoy a varied diet maybe my stomach will settle better. The recent positive findings seen with docetaxel come from 2 randomized trials: CHAARTED and STAMPEDE. I used Clariton (over the counter) to combat the bone aches from chemo and the injection. Cycle 1 was not too bad - aching legs and joints, lost toe and fingernails, numness in toes, soles of feet and fingertips, sore mouth (had to eat and drink through a straw) and nausea. Patients may struggle with never-ending itchiness, swollen eyelids, and an increase in "floaters." I have the district nurse for the 5 injections following chemo and also the Picc line flushes as not left the house since last chemo, not had the energy. Hopefully this will continue for the last 2 cycles. Then yesterday; she was miserable all day; felt weak; and couldn't really describe the bad feeling in her body. Caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up a patient's body fluids, handling . Take care. TC ( Taxotere and cyclophosphamide) is a common chemotherapy regimen given for localized breast cancers that require chemotherapy. But by the sound of it a lot of you needed that third week to recover, she won't have that. Got better on Day 6 and got better on Day 7. Most of the hard work is done, you just need to push a little harder to finish the race! Not able to advise, but sending loads of hugs to get you through this traumatic part of your journey xxxxxxxx, You haven't gone wrong Dolbycat, as you said it effects everyone differently. Peripheral neuropathy is a toxicity that affects the nerves. I can smell but can't taste anything! Yes you will have have to have the G - CSFinjections for the bone marrow stimulation after the Docetaxal chemotherapy - the same as the FEC. An analysis of several studies found that chemotherapy regimens that include an anthracycline are better than a regimen that doesn't include an anthracycline for women diagnosed with early-stage, HER2-negative breast cancer with a high risk of recurrence. Men initially treated with Taxotere had favorable outcomes compared to those who were initially treated with Novantrone: Median overall survival was 22 months for men treated with Taxotere first and 15 months for those treated with Novantrone first. I also lost all my taste buds. By the second cycle,my nausea would start as Im getting my infusion. The only things I could taste were sweets. Do not eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice during the 2 days before, the day of, and two days after each dose. Taxotere injections can cause serious and life-threatening fluid retention(edema). Though chemo is officially kicking my butt, I want you all to know that I am determined to maintain my upbeat attitude and sense of humor through it all, no matter . Patients on the TAXOTERE arm received TAXOTERE (T) 75 mg/m 2 by intravenous infusion on day 1 followed by cisplatin (P) 100 mg/m 2 administered as a 30-minute to three-hour intravenous infusion, followed by the continuous intravenous infusion of fluorouracil (F) 1000 mg/m 2 /day from day 1 to day 4. In addition, dietary changes may help. She is also tired of taking pills. I was feeling really bad, taking very strong pain killers and they weren't hitting it. You have given me some great pointers and hopefully I can be calmer about my next 2 cycles. Laughter is fast-acting, too. Your doctor may prescribe medication to take before your treatment to help decrease the risk of edema. Does anyone have any suggestions of anything that can help me .. You are not alone in this. Hopefully the extra meds your gp has prescribed will manage the thrush. Even when carefully and correctly administered by trained personnel, this drug may cause a feeling of burning and pain. And pineapple sounds a good idea too! It, like other chemotherapy medications, can have severe side effects. Taxotere Chemo: April 29 2010 May 20 2010 June 10 2010 July 1 2010. The most common side effect in day-to-day life is fatigue. some were bad and some were tolerable plus i also had insomnia because of the steriods.Tell Donna to hang in thereand good luck to you Bob! At that time, TAXOTERE was typically used for advanced prostate cancer, after all other treatments had failed. Platelets help your blood clot, so when the count is low you are at a higher risk of bleeding. 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