Shar Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Hey All, Well, good news again. Can't quite believe this miracle sometimes, but it seems it is happening. For some reason Tarceva chose to work on me and for that I am so grateful. It has given me a second chance in so many ways. I hope I can help others out there if they are suffering from this Tarceva rash. Finally after tolerating a chronic scalp rash all year I was referred to a Dermatologist. I had 3 skin biopsies taken from my scalp and am now on Minocycline 200 mg per day. I can't begin to describe the relief it has given me and I am now pain free in that area. They are even hopeful my hair will grow back and after a year of patchy baldness I have my fingers crossed as well. The nostril pain has gone as well, which is a huge relief also. It is just amazing the difference it has made. All those other antibiotics just didn't work, but this one worked within a week. Maybe this can help others and stop them going through what I did for too long. All the best, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
j ross Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 It is really wonderful to read your post. News like this is always a tonic. Congratulations. Jennie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Sharon I am very glad the Tarceva has worked for you.Also glad you found relief from that rash that bothers so many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TracyD Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 I'm so happy for you Sharon, I just loved reading your post, NERD and no more rash. That's just wonderful. I'm so glad that the docs were finally able to do something about the rash. It just took the right doc with the right medicine. Way to go! Tracy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Fantastic! That is the kind of news that keeps us going!!! Carol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Truly something to be Thankful for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Whoo Hoo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe B Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Awesome News! Praise God Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Sharon, I am so glad you posted this. I have also had the chronic scalp problem. Tested as a staph infection on my head. We used doxycycline to treat and it came back, so we upped the dosage and it also worked. I have not had another...knock on wood... It ws very uncomfortable. Have you experienced some hair growth problems.. I know I have.. My hair grows very slow. Glad to hear the great news!!! GOD BLESS!! Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonjo Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Congratulations Sharon! That is wonderful news. Keep up the good work! God Bless, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick C Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Nice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Congratulations Sharon -- we just love you being a "NERD"!!! Keep it up! Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jang Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamataca Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Bless you..that is such great news! You are so wonderful to share it with us. Guess you'll have lots to be thankful for when you sit down with your turkey and dressing this week, huh? So happy for you! Kelly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cindi o'h Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Shar, Glad you got rid of the mange! I know what a pain in the (head) it has been for you. Congrats on the 19 months. hip hip for Tarceva. Without the side effects, I am sure it holds an even higher esteem for you. Now, if we can just figure out how to get you to be the covergirl for Tarceva/Oz! hugs. Cindi o'h Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Congratulations Sharon! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carolhg Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 It is so good to read good news. We all so need that. Congratulations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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