Hope Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 When last I updated you my mom was undergoing treatments with cisplatinum and cpt-ll for recurrent sclc. A CT this month showed the tumors were spreading, and the onc ordered l/2 dosage of cisplatinum and cpt-ll (since my mom usually has severe side effects such as nausea/diarrhea/migraines). She had the l/2 dosage Tuesday, March 9th. My mom was fine until Friday, when she experienced severe nausea and vomiting. We took her to the hospital on Sunday where she had a seizure, and was placed on a vent to protect her breathing. She finally had the vent removed Thursday, and finally regained consciousness after being unconscious the entire time. She came home on Friday night, and is doing well, just very, very weak. A ct showed she did not have brain mets and the seizure was caused by the chemo. (Which we don't understand since there is supposed to be a blood/brain barrier?) The dr wants to give her taxol or maybe gemzar as soon as she if feeling better. It is her decision, but I am worried that she will have another horrible reaction to that chemo. They said the seizure she had is very rare. It was a horrible week, but we are glad she is doing better now. Hope Mom dx with sclc limited stage 0l/02 5 months chemo (carboplatin & etoposide), radiation, no pci 06/03 Recurrance found with follow up c/t, chemo (carboplatin & etoposide) began then stopped due to severe reaction 07/03 pet scan concurred ca in sternum 09/03 ct shows ca spread 09/03 Three 28-day cycles of cisplatinum & cpt-ll 12/03 some tumors responding, began 2 more 28 day cycles cisplatinum & cpt-ll 02/04 No growth, no reduction of tumors. Onc decided on a 4 week rest period to be followed by CT. 03/04 CT shows growth and additonal tumor in renal gland. Decided on l/2 dosage of cisplatinum and cpt-ll. Has severe reaction to chemo and has a seizure. Onc says we will now try Taxol or Gemzar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eileen Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Dear Hope---I am so sorry for the bad week your Mother had--- I am glad that there was no brain mets--at least that was good news--- Never having chemo, I cannot help you with the answers, however, I just hope she gets through the next chemo with no side-effects---she needs a break, for sure! best wishes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Dear Hope, This has really been a difficult week for your family. Earl had seizures (this is how we found the LC) and my daughter has epilepsy so I know how scary they are. Hope your Mother tolerates the next treatment much better. Ginny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Hope, Sending prayers and hugs out to you and your Mom. What a hard time for you. I hope that the new chemo helps. We are here for you if you need us Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Sending good thoughts and prayers your way. God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 My prayers are with you and your mom, Hope. Thanks for letting us know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollyridge Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 I am praying and hoping for better results with the next chemo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Glad your mom is feeling better. Prayers going out for good results from the chemo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paddy Posted March 22, 2004 Share Posted March 22, 2004 Glad she is doing better too Hope! Keep it up Mom! Paddy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 Hoping and praying for better treatment options and results for your mom down the road. You've had a horrible week and are due for a breather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deanna M. Posted March 23, 2004 Share Posted March 23, 2004 Wow Hope, that's a tough week you all had. I hope she continues to feel better. I will keep her in my prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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