Wendy

Welcome to lcsc, I personally have no experience with brain mets but I have seen many other survivors here that have. I am an almost 5 year survivor of adenocarcinoma 3A. Surviving lung cancer is truly a possiblity. Keep us posted on how your doing, Wendy

Sorry I am a little late jumping in here, but I have had Avastin with Tarceva of 2 yrs for Tarceva and 2 yrs with Avastin. The only other side effecst that I didn't see mentioned is the worsening of meuropathy in my hands/feet and an increase in migraine headaches. My extremeities are very sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. I have to be super careful about exposing then to temp changes. The blood doesn't circulate as well either. I hope you have smooth sailing ahead of you and great results too. Wendy

Dana, My sincere sympathy to you and yours. Wendy

Chris, Isn't it amazing what ol' mother nature can do? Stay say, I hope that things will be back to normal very soon. Wendy

Hi Tom, Happy 3 yrs! I had a problem with my rbc during the middle of my first treatment and was given a blood transfusion (2 pints) and then was given shots until I finished my chemo. Since then, my counts have been good. Sorry that I am not much help on your question here!! I hope that your doc can work his magic and get you feeling better soon. Wendy

Now that you have your war chest fully stocked and ready to do battle, try to spend some time just relaxing and visualizing the cancer getting crushed. Keep us posted, Wendy

What a special moment and gift to your family. I hope you all enjoy your new pet for many years to come. Wendy

Fabulous news!! Wendy

Congratulations Donna!! Cheers to many more anniversaries ahead. Wendy

Hi Barb, I participated in the drug trial for IRessa several years ago. I was scared to death after I read all of the warnings and potential side effects of the drug I may/or may not get. I teetered back and forth whether the trial was right for me. In the end, I chose to participate with the understanding that I could stop my participation at any time. I felt that this gave me a little control. If it was making me sick, too many side effects, adverse results I could walk away. There is no doubt that it can be a scary decision. For me, participation was to my benefit - I was given the actual trial drug and its probably kept my cancer at bay. I did rely heavily on my oncologists help in making the decision and I also discussed it with the hospitals research nurse and my surgeon. Whatever you both decide to do, I hope that you get great results and those neck nodules disappear in no time. Wendy

Hi Donna, Welcome to the board. I am so sorry to hear about your moms delayed diagnosis!! I have my fingers crossed that the chemo starts working it's magic and your mom will be feeling better soon. Wendy

Ann, Prayers to you, your boys and your ml. Wendy

Hi Marci, I had 3 cycles of Taxatere. The worst side effect I had with the drug is fatigue. I was extremely tired for about 6 days after I received taxotere. I also had really sensitive finger nails. I know some people have lost their finger nails from the drug, I never did. Overall the drug was pretty tolerable. Just remember to continue to drink lots of fluids. Good luck, Wendy

Ann, More prayers to you and yours, Wendy

Greybird, I have taken protonix in the am daily and nexium at night for the 3 years I have been on tarceva. I had a paralyzed vocal cord when my lung was removed 4 years ago. Because of the vocal cord surgery I had to fix it, my throat is super sensitive. I needed the double doseage of ppi so it didn't interfere with my speech further. For me, it is essential to take the ppi's in order to communicate above a whisper. With the new warning labels, I will be discussing it with my oncologist. I hope Tarceva is your magic bullet too. Wendy

Hi Gail, Sorry I am a little late welcoming you to lcsc. I wish you great results on Tarceva. I have been on the drug for 3 years - it has been a wonder drug for me. Keep us posted on how your doing. Wendy

Congratulations Jim, Wendy

I have been on Tarceva close to 3 years now. I found that I couldn't take it at night before I went to bed because it aggrevated my acid reflux in the middle of the night. I found the best time for me was right between lunch and dinner. I have worn foundation with the rash. I have several I use depending on how dry or irritated my skin is. Sometimes I use a tinted moisturizer instead of foundation if my skin is really really dry. I wear a dry skin formula foundation from clinique too. I hope that you find a combo that works good for you. Wendy

My sincere sympathy, Wendy

Another birthday congratulations a little late, Wendy

Prayers for all of Millies loved ones tonight. Wendy

Congratulations! Time for a celebration. Wendy

Marci, My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Wendy

I love to hear those magic words - ongrat's. Wendy

Hi Linda, I can certainly understand how you would like to feel normal again for a while. I have been on Tarceva and avastin for 3 years now. I am not sure what life without treatment feels like anymore. Keep your chin up, I have my fingers crossed that you will be on your vacation soon. Wendy