didier Posted August 12, 2004 Share Posted August 12, 2004 Hi, My dad has mets to the liver now. Doc wants to start Topotecan with possible radiation pending pelvic x-ray results. Curious of the side effects. Doc suggested a a 30 min. infusion five days a week for a month. This is getting pretty upsetting. I'm not too optimistic. Would appreciate any thoughts. Thanks. D Dad diagnosed 01/04 Extensive stage SCLC Pleural Effusion Received six cycles of Carboplatin and Etoposide First scan showed shrinkage to primary tumor Second scan revealed 3 lesions on liver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KatieB Posted August 13, 2004 Share Posted August 13, 2004 My dad only had it once a week. Other than fatigue, he didn't have any side effects and it kept him stable for about 6 months. I've heard some positive things and the frequency of the infusions may make a big difference too. I'm praying for you some great results for your dad! God Bless~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted August 13, 2004 Share Posted August 13, 2004 D, I had Topotecan 5 x a week for about 30 min. I believeit was 4 weeks total. I had only fatigue & some low blood counts (nothing that a pint or 2 didn't cure) Other than that, piece of cake. HYope your Dad does as well. Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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