-Cheryl- Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Hello Folks, I just wanted to report the side effects of the trial that I am on for those interested. Today was the forth day of my 2nd cycle. I worked Friday, but could not make it in today. I have been nauseated the last couple of days. I also have been really tired and experiencing constipation. I absolutely have no appetite. I am feeling better tonight, and hope to make it in to the office tomorrow. My hair is still all in tact, and I had to shave my leggs! So, outside of the fatique and slight nausea all is well. I must say, this is not as bad as before. Jack keeps waking me up to take my temperature and offer me water. He is worried, and I prefer to just sleep through it. Chemo Sucks!!!! I just hope it kicks the bejeepers out of the cancer! I have been checking out the internet to see if anyone else has any knowledge on this chemo, but I guess it is too new and still in trial. If anyone out ther has any knowledge on CT2103- or Docitaxol, please write me. I will have a CT soon and let you guys know about it when I do. Thanks, Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haylee_38 Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 {{{ Cheryl }}} Just want you to know you are in my thoughts. Praying with you that the new chemo knocks the bejeepers out of the cancer. Haylee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bean_si (Not Active) Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Cheryl, I used Copernic - searches 16 engines at once. It came back with just a few and they all appeared to be in German! I found one brief sentence from a study out of China that said The growth inhibiting effect of docitaxol is due to its ability to induce apoptosis. It shows great potential in the treatment of osteosarcoma. So I believe it was initially used in osteosarcoma (and it causes cell suicide) Wish I could help more. Cat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Isn't there another name for it? Anyone Know? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Lamb Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Cheryl,I have no info on that treatment ,but wanted to again wish you well and I'm praying it does the job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richinsdakota Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Hi, thx for posting that....think Im about to find out too...start scans and chemo next month. I was worried about my hair too, guess some lose it and some dont. dunno... good luck to ya Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted August 23, 2004 Share Posted August 23, 2004 Cheryl I am hoping for a good scan! It is worth feeling sick in the long run :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
betplace Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 ((((Cheryl)))) Sorry you are feeling poorly, I hope the chemo kicks Cancer Butt! Just wanted you to know I am thinking of you! Blessings Betty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jack for the best of results. Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NellW Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, Sorry to hear how nasty the chemo is making you feel, but hoping you can give a good report on the success of it soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kate1621 Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 I hope you start feeling better, and that this drug does the trick for you. Why can't they develop a chemo that only attacks leg hair? Re: waking you up for water and temp check, I'm guilty of doing the same thing. I guess I just need to know he's ok, and I feel so helpless sometimes. Thanks for sharing the patient's perspective. Wishing you and yours well, Kate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, I am so sorry that you are starting to feel the effects of the chemo. Thankfully, nothing too bad. Remember that chemo builds up in your system over time, so the more chemo you have, the worse the side effects become. I usually felt ok after the first 2, then a little worse by the 3rd and my blood counts ALWAYS took a dive by the 4th cycle. Isn't Docetaxel the clinical name for Taxotere??? Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought that it was. If that is the case, the side effects from Taxotere were not as bad as Taxol (Placetaxel - sp?) for me. And I agree, if only chemo could leave the hair on our heads alone, and get rid of the leg hair........ Hope you are feeling better real soon. Don't overdo it at work, your body needs all the rest it can get. Tell Jack to keep up the good work too! TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinaresholz Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Hello Cheryl, Sorry you haven't been feeling well. Hope the new Chemo does the trick. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Don't know anything about that treatment, but let my voice join the chorus of well-wishers. Curtis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stand4hope Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, It's GREAT to hear from you, but I'm sorry you're not feeling well from the chemo. You sound like my hubby - he just wants to be left alone when he isn't feeling well and doesn't like me to wake him up and ask him if he's ok. Hmmm - Imagine that! Stay well, kiddo. I'm praying for you. Love, Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dawn Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Hi Cheryl, I was referred to this site by a family friend to look into Iressa for my mother-in-law's NSCLC, and saw your post. I looked up CT2103 as CT-2103 and found quite a bit of information. Looks like it is also called Xyotax. Here is a link to an MSN search: http://search.msn.com/results.aspx?FORM=SMCRT&q=CT-2103 Good Luck! Dawn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Cheryl- Posted August 24, 2004 Author Share Posted August 24, 2004 Dawn, Bless you for this information. I've tried various searches on my web tv, but could come up with nothing. Thank you to all of you for your responses. I am really feeling like poop. I am pretty dissy and breathing hard after little exertion. I am pretty sure my blood counts are down. I don't have my blood checked till Thursday. I wonder if I should have it checked before then? I know I am on CT2103, but thought it was docitaxol. I will ask the nurse to be sure. That is pretty scarey, tell you the truth I am not sure I want to know. I may get psuedo side-effects! I hope the appetite returns. Thank you so much for the support and information my friends! Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl wishing you all the very best... Rochelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, I am sorry you feel so lousy!! I am praying that it is all worth it and it works miracles for you!! Love to you and Jack God Bless you both, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJAS Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, Since you're feeling lousy, think about how much worse the cancer cells must be feeling - that ought to make you feel better. You've sent the "big guns" in after them. Hoping those scans show the cancer cells fading quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerbil runner Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, I hope you feel better and the cancer cells feel worse! Keep your courage up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angie Daughter of Bill Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Dearest Cheryl, I'm so sorry that you are not feeling well. I hope and pray that this chemo works a miracle for you. In my thoughts and prayers~~~ Angie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, Like most of the others, I have no advice, just want you to know that I hope your feeling better soon. Hopin' this stuff works... Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Cheryl, Hang in there Kiddo! I'm sorry your not feeling all that great! When the cancer is gone and all this is behind you, then look out world, cause here comes CHERYL!!! Your always in my thoughts and prayers. HUGS, Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remembering Dave Posted August 24, 2004 Share Posted August 24, 2004 Wishing you the best from the Chapmans! Don't know a thing about those drugs but just want you to know it's good to hear from you. Tell Jack to stop worrying over you and let you sleep! God Bless, Karen C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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