Remember your hair helps keep you warm in cold weather, so a hat is particularly important in cold weather or to protect you from the sun. Laughter is fast-acting, too. the feet problems still continues now and I have now lost all toenails and most fingernails - bu the important thing is that they looked great with fuschia Shellac for my wedding day and honeymoon! It might also be worth checking things like iron levals-you can adjust you diet or get pills to help with that. I was on taxotere and idI was on taxotere and id have my treatments on monday, and wednesday & thursdays were my bad days. When working in your yard, wear protective clothing including long pants and gloves. Nutrition is an important part of your care. You should feel a lot better in about a week's time. Make sure she is getting alot of water, eat fruits and vegetables. Thank you for the support, hope you are doing well. I've just had my first Docetaxel 5 days ago and boy am I sufferingshooting painsin lower back, kidney area,legs andshoulders for two days now. If red meat is a problem, eat chicken, turkey, eggs, dairy products, and fish without a strong smell. This study found that women diagnosed with hormone-receptor-positive breast cancer did benefit from getting a taxane. Nails still ok, feet and nails need constant cream sessions. But guess what? At least week three is getting close, mine starts next Tuesday. Some brief shopping time to restock for the next session. And that's it! I wish you the best with these meds. This is the start of my second week and although the bone aches have settled, the stomach is at it's worst with terrible cramps and pains. Stay strong honey xxxxxxxxxxx, Thank you Lainey66, I will give Kin gingival a try as I feel I am in a vicious circle of mouth problems making eating difficult and tablets which need to be taken with food. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration originally approved the drug in 1996. But by my third week I felt somewhat normal, would tire quick but normal. Some common Taxotere side effects include: vomiting nausea loss of appetite constipation diarrhea injection site reactions (redness, pain, or swelling) My team didn'twarn meof this painful side effect which I think they shouldand now I'm havingthe bone marrow boosting injections too which I know caused me to have severe bone pain with the FEC. That's really great that she had that positive response though, seems worth it and hopeful for the rest of us! Edema happens when fluid collects under your skin and within the tissues outside your circulatory system. You may notice dry skin or changes in the color or tone of your skin. Since the growth of normal cells may also be affected by docetaxel, other unwanted effects will also occur. Do not floss or use toothpicks and use a soft-bristle toothbrush to brush your teeth. A stool softener once or twice a day may prevent constipation. Best of luck to you all xxx, I would be happy to receive news and updates from Cancer Chat, NICE suspected cancer referral guidelines, Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People. I had my last taxen (chemo) two weeks ago and felt okay the first three days and then it hits. Worst days when i was on 3chemo meds, taxotere, carbon, and Herceptin, were 3-5 days after. Only better during the third week. You have given me some great pointers and hopefully I can be calmer about my next 2 cycles. All patients should be premedicated with oral corticosteroids (see below for prostate cancer) such as dexamethasone 16 mg per day (e.g., 8 mg twice daily) for 3 days starting 1 day prior to TAXOTERE administration in order to reduce the incidence and severity of fluid retention as well as the severity of hypersensitivity reactions [see Boxed Warning, Warnings and . I struggle to drink which I know makes things worse. Give yourself a great big pat on the back, you are nearly there!!! I took Oestrogen suppressing tablets over July and August and restarted chem beginning of September with the FEC. Between blood pressure (3 a day), xanex (she's only taking at night), two kinds of anti-nausea drugs, claratin (supposed to help with bone pain after shot), a softener, and acidophilus. Taxotere is one of many breast cancer chemotherapy drugs. Letrazole and weird taste on tongue? Doreen D. (Breast Cancer, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, Stage 2A,Triple Positive). It will help clear it and make eating slightly more tolerable. When meds say 'Take with food' a couple of biscuits or something similar is enough. Its just moving because I felt it moved the chemo through my body faster. Add extra flavor to meat or fish by marinating it in sweet juices, sweet and sour sauce, or dressings. Fellow sufferers, keep your hopes up. I know it is really hard to go back when you know how rough it will make you feel-I tried to look at as a bad dose of flu( a normal person problem)No one would expect you to get out of bed with flu. After first AC on Wed. and doing "okay" Thurs. It interferes with the growth of cancer cells, which are eventually destroyed by the body. BRADY will provide the official @Hertz Team @JotaSport kit, as well . My skin, when I rub my fingers or touch my face, arms, legs etc feels different, almost plastic-y! keep up the good work you have been doing and are still doing. Found the freeze gell hit the joint areas better and gave relief. The first couple really werent too bad. I can't say I am looking forward to next cycle but just want it over. Try to get up and about rather than stay in bed - it was better for me to keep as active as I could and just didn't do anything at all on the really low days. I was diagnosed in August with Breast cancer. I am hopeful that the next two cycles will be less of a shock to the system. Grapefruit and grapefruit juice can significantly increase the blood levels of DOCEtaxel. TC ( Taxotere and cyclophosphamide) is a common chemotherapy regimen given for localized breast cancers that require chemotherapy. At least with experiencing this cycle we will be more prepared. I just had my first Docetaxal dose over a week ago.. Have you rang your chemo hotline? Fatigue. Sounds like you have had quite a week, similar to mine. Though chemo is officially kicking my butt, I want you all to know that I am determined to maintain my upbeat attitude and sense of humor through it all, no matter . Docetaxel is given by intravenous (IV, into a vein) infusion, usually over an hour. Had a DIEP flap reconstruction in August 2016 and am currently waiting to get my date for another op to uplift and reduce my right boob to match the new one. The 3rd week I just start to feel normal.and then whoops, time for another infusion to start the cycle. In its mechanism of action, Taxotere prevents the inner structures of cancer cells from building, which stops cell division and eventually leads to cancer cell death. Signs of a reaction can include: feeling hot or flushed shivering itching a skin rash feeling dizzy a headache feeling breathless or wheezy swelling of your face or mouth pain in your back, tummy or chest. ), and have smoked and used alcohol for most of my life. for use in the treatment of prostate cancer in the year 2004. Shari S. (Breast Cancer, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC),Triple Positive, Stage 4). I was so tired, and I wasnt expecting that level of fatigue. But I know that's just wrong. My own experience to date As of day 8 after my first Tax blast, I currently hate Tax and FEC in equal measure. Your fingernails/toenails may become dark, brittle or fall off. I was initially told to have the chemo in the hope they could conserve the breast! X. Hi everyone, I start taxatere in feb.can anyone please tell me If I have to have the horrid injections for bone marrow while having that chemo? Basically I'm at my lowest and need positive boost. X, Hi sorry to hear it is so terrible for you they may need to up your anti nausea meds this happened to me at the start but once the added in onother anti nausea drug it was much better talk to your nurse there must be something to improve your side effects, Thinking of you hugs and best wishes you can do this , Thanks Mags for your message. Notify your oncology care team if your mouth, tongue, inside of your cheek or throat becomes white, ulcerated, or painful. Days 4 and 5 were the hardest: nausea or just energy, emotions. I did everything I could. Some common Taxotere side effects include: Heres what cancer patients had to say about their experiences with Taxotere: I started chemotherapy. Sorry to hear your wife suffered as she did. . I ended up in hospital 4 days after treatment.. You don't sound negative, you just sound disheartened that after following all advice you are still suffering and also that you are finding treatment difficult. 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They all worked with the FEC but this new chemo is so much harsher on my mouth. Docetaxel is normally given once every three weeks, over about one hour. Will try the mouthwash as that is also a problem, I have a drink and seconds later my mouth is so dry again! Avoid contact sports and activities that can result in injury or bleeding. She is also tired of taking pills. But as I say.. We're now closer to the end.. 2 more to go.. Then an operation for me And immunotherapy for a year but chemo and op are the big ones to get over.. You'll get through it.. And there is life after chemo. Premedication is required with Docetaxel. If the count gets too low, you may receive a blood transfusion. All that said, she was down for a mastectomy too, except, the docetaxel absolutely obliterated the cancer. I was given Co-Codomol 500mg at the hospital when my temperature spiked. Docetaxel can cause your body to hold too much fluid, which can be a serious side effect. It wasnt until the following year that food started to taste good again. Most people notice that their neuropathy gets better 2 to 4 months after chemotherapy, but it can take up to 1 year to fully go away. I have other family and friends help but they have their own lives that need to go on. You make a good point about teeth, my whole jaw and mouth was aching and was feeling on edge, I have lots of mouth meds to help protect them but need to be vigilant. Recurrence of endometrial cancer in lymph nodes. Anyway, like you im a very positive person, was dealing very well with it all, had 3 rounds of EC first.. Now two rounds left of Docetaxal.. Im floored.. Take care. You should not breastfeed while receiving this medication or for 1 week after your last dose. Amelia L. (Breast Cancer, IDC, Stage 1, ER+, PR+, HER2-). Hope we get a good July and August to compensate for the months we missed on the sofa. Brush with a soft-bristle toothbrush or cotton swab twice a day. Avoid any food that you think smells or tastes bad. It's horrid and depressing. A week later and I still can't get out of bed! Talk to your oncology care team so they can prescribe medications to help you manage nausea and vomiting. My wonderful wife took me away between chemo and Rads, it was a truly enjoyable break, 5 days in a cabin in the woods (provided free by The Willow Foundation). Thanks for being such a grand support for her. - currently getting pumped of the lovely docetaxel! Drink 8-10 glasses of non-alcoholic, un-caffeinated fluid a day to prevent dehydration. Your hair may become thin, brittle, or may fall out. I have previously been prescribed mouth wash, gel and drops to no avail this time round. As she feels better, your wife will realize that she CAN do it. I have been doing research and have learned of some pretty serious side, i.e., mouth sores, possible stroke or heart attack, loss of hair, I think one person even said they'd lost a toe! Patients on the TAXOTERE arm received TAXOTERE (T) 75 mg/m 2 by intravenous infusion on day 1 followed by cisplatin (P) 100 mg/m 2 administered as a 30-minute to three-hour intravenous infusion, followed by the continuous intravenous infusion of fluorouracil (F) 1000 mg/m 2 /day from day 1 to day 4. I'd go around 10 days of feeling ****, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, mouth sores, joint pains, metallic taste in mouth; I hated it! Last injection today. Best wishes Jules xxx. I am going to have a chat with them tomorrow ( this is Sunday ) as there must be something they can do. Grapefruit can change how your body absorbs this medication. So close to week three now, exercise nil, so bored with all the sofa days. In addition, dietary changes may help. Pain starts on day 3 and lasts 6 days. I have severe bloating which is so uncomfortable its almost painful. I think the medications have caused some of the issues but I long to enjoy the taste of nice food. Took 1 pill starting the day before chemo and for the next 4 days. Not easy at all. Then I had actual vomiting, first time ever, because the medications have upset my stomach. Performing regular mouth care can help prevent or manage mouth sores. I have just had 4 cycles of FEC and other than the 3rd one, coped OK and carried on working a combination of at home and in work on my good week. Remember your reason for starting chemo. Best wishes to everyone on this treatment and you will come out the other side. And there is no normal feeling throughout the 3 weeks. You'll get there too. It causes numbness or a tingling feeling in the hands and/or feet, often in the pattern of a stocking or glove. I have finished 4 cycles so far with 4 more to go. The effects of chemo are cumulative. Each day from now I knowI will get stronger and begin to do small task.Tthe feeling when I went for the last Chemo was a good I walked out and thought great I made it through now to get throught he effects. May your good health continue. We started working from home the week after the infusion. Then yesterday; she was miserable all day; felt weak; and couldn't really describe the bad feeling in her body. Today it was announced that his name would be on a car at Le Mans. Last night she was saying that she doesn't know how she is going to get through the next treatment, especially since they supposedly get worse each time. The Doctor informed me it is normal to experience these problems but they should not have continued for so long. Perseverance!! Hope you are all doing well with your journey and keeping well. xx, I'm with you on this I was the same didn't think I could go on but you do, I'm all done & back to work & back to normal (as normal as can be) good luck keep strong , Thank you for sharing your experience it help me know that it can be done. Your nurse will check you for signs of a reaction during your treatment. That was EVERY week as opposed to every 2 weeks on A/C. xx, I too had terrible 1st cycle and likewise was admitted due to high temp feel better now but due next cycle on we'd feeling scared I have 3 very young children am incurable breast cancer not sure can cope am now on injection to keep blood count up, Sorry to hear of your experience Jazzy, I know it's not pleasant. Receive the latest resources and updates in your inbox. Any suggestions for the pain? Hope you are keeping well. I feel less guilty doing nothing for a fortnight if others the same sofa days do seem to be extended. Week Two was always the rebuild. The month of October 2008 was one of the worst in New York Stock Exchange history, with three of the top 10 largest single-day drops ever recorded during the month. Eyes watery but ok. So always stay in touch with the team.. Im out now on antibiotics.. Hair generally starts to regrow soon after treatment is completed. I need to focus on this and get back on track. OR. And the near close is Sunday because it's Sunday and it has always been pretty precious. So would recommend this. The use of scarves, wigs, hats, and hairpieces may help. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition. Try to eat five or six small meals or snacks throughout the day, instead of 3 larger meals. Avoid mouthwashes that contain alcohol. Furthermore, the overall response rate for docetaxel in the intent-to-treat population (42.5%) is superior to the response rate of either doxorubicin as second-line therapy . Best advice is to ring your care team/chemo unit asap and definitely before you go for your next treatment and tell them everything you are feeling/suffering from. July 16, 2018. I think it would have been better to know just what to expect but as we all react different it's not possible. So I queried the need for the remaining 2 docetaxel. Really, you already have otherwise you wouldn't be 4 sessions down with only 2 more to go. I think I am over the worst of the bone aches but the stomach cramps, nausia and erratic bowels throw up a whole new situation. (I too read somewhere that grapefruit can make the side-effects of the drug worse). Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked. Common reported side effects of Taxotere (docetaxel) include: Injection site pain or swelling Temporary hair loss Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Constipation Loss of appetite Fingernail or toenail changes I am still needing sofa days, but hoping to get out soon for a much needed change of scenery and breath of fresh air. Taxotere injections can cause your white blood cell levels to plummet. The recommended dose of TAXOTERE is 60-100 mg/m2 administered intravenously over 1 hour every 3 weeks. Tax is bad, next time compounded it might be worse, roll on July! Taxotere is part of a family of drugs known as taxanes that work by preventing cell growth. Taxol/Taxotere and Cytoxan (TC) therapy is one of the most common types of chemotherapy given to women with early-stage breast cancer. My reaction to Taxol was different. Need to get myself prepared for the next one. Certain cancer treatments can cause sores or soreness in your mouth and/or throat. Taxotere prices without insurance will vary depending on where you buy it. Hopefully the extra meds your gp has prescribed will manage the thrush. But I'm on SSP and we can't afford to have him stay at home every time I feel ****. Get the latest cancer stories, helpful resources, and personalized advice directly to your inbox. Leg pain also bad tonight, I am on day 5 after first Taxotere chemo so I suppose it's working at its height at the moment, hope it gets better in the coming days! I have no effects, no CRASH, no anything ((. I am just unfortunate to get them all. Docetaxel can pass into body fluids (urine, feces, vomit). He recommended that I halve the dose, but I'd had previous allergic . Protein helped and exercise helped me. Shower or bathe daily and perform frequent. It belongs to a drug class called taxanes. I know that treats are not offically a cure but i try and put nice things in the bad days so not everything is about cancer . Pineapple is good for helping the nasty taste and I know someone who sucked frozen pineapple cubes and this helped her a lot. Keep the thoughts positive. These are some of the most common or important side effects: Allergic reactions are possible with this medication. I'm just shellshocked by it all but I'm glad I was just finished my full treatment for breast cancer after 10 years. I had no sleepless issues on A/C but on Taxol I did - first meds given me by my Chemo Dr did not help only gave horrible nightmares (which I don't normally have) but my PA switched me to the lowest does of another med and it worked great.It's great to ask for input of experiences BUT There are NONE of us who can tell you what your wife will experience - we are EACH so unique in how our bodies handle the onslaught of the battle - we can tell our stories but we cannot tell you that what happened to/with us will happen for your wife.Susan, I too had AC followed byI too had AC followed by taxol. My poor hubby had to give them me.but they hurt and make me have achy legs.plus with the chemo sleepless nights. Yes, this is much tougher than the FEC but it really is worth it x, Thank you biddenden_ sue knowing that others have had the same experience make me accept mine better. You may also feel irritable, dizzy, or short of breath. If you feel unwell or have any of these signs, tell them straight away. Sun sensitivity can last even after chemotherapy is completed. Taxotere is a mitotic inhibitor that interferes with your bodys cell division process. I followed all the advice and recommendations given by the medical team and tried to be positive about the treatment working to fight the cancer but it has been hard. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Hope you are well now too. We can get through it! 4 days after having it I was so sick I could not go to work. I have weaned myself off the Co-Codamol as I don't want to rely on it and the bone aches have reduced considerably now. I just seem to get one thing in order then something else happens. Avoid things that may worsen the symptoms, such as heavy or greasy/fatty, spicy or acidic foods (lemons, tomatoes, oranges). Taxotere is a chemotherapy drug made by Sanofi-Aventis. Common side effects of Tax are bone aches and pains, sore mouth/mouth ulcers, oral thrush, loss of taste. Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men; an estimated 192 280 new cases and 27 360 deaths of prostate cancer will occur in the US during 2009.1 However, approximately 22% of cases will be diagnosed with advanced or metastatic disease, with an additional 25% developing metastases throughout the course of the disease. A week later, I would have another dose of Gemcitabine and an hour of Taxotere. You should preferably avoid the regular consumption of grapefruits and grapefruit juice while taking DOCEtaxel. This may vary depending on whether the number of blood cells has returned to normal between each cycle. These symptoms can last for several months or longer after treatment ends. One of the common types of chemotherapies for breast cancer, AC + T includes three drugs: doxorubicin (Adriamycin), cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan), and a taxane drug (Taxol, Taxotere . It may get worse after you have your last chemotherapy treatment. If mouth sores become painful, your doctor or nurse can recommend a pain reliever. But then again what do I know? Give yourself credit for getting this far. Been told its best to as it helps the operation be morebsuccessful. There are a number of things you can do to manage the side effects of docetaxel. You may dislike foods or beverages that you liked before receiving cancer treatment. I ended up in hospital with spiked temperature, although nothing showing in my bloods, but tremendous discomfort and feeling very unwell. Cannot speak personally here other than as the wife of a hubby who had chemo at the end of 2012 and was equally 'lousy' with all the side effects. You have been a big help with your message of support. Exposure of an unborn child to this medication could cause birth defects, so you should not become pregnant or father a child while on this medication. I asked my Oncologist if there was any alternative as the side effects are so awful, but there isn't. After this drug I could only eat about three things, dry crispbreads, toast and marmite and mandarin oranges - I lived almost exclusively on mandarins because everything else tasted disgusting. Paracetamol Ibuprofen/codiene didn't work. I feel more at ease in this second week of treatment and hope to have recovered enough to have my next cycle. The effects from the chemo were still the typical things though. If you feel unwell or have any of these signs, tell them straight away. Humor can also lessen anxiety and discomfort, allowing cancer patients to talk more openly about their concerns and fears. Taxotere was my aggressive chemo, and it caused the majority of the side effects the hair loss, nausea, all these different things. If this were to happen, the only fix is an invasive surgery. Avoid raw fruits, vegetables, whole grain bread, cereals, and seeds. I hope your teeth are in good condition. I had the FEC-T chemo first, from December 2013 to April 2014. fatigue. Stick with it. You will have got through it now though? I had the sore mouth too but I must have been one if the lucky ones as I do not remember too many other side effects - it was 7 years ago. You will be given a corticosteroid prior to the infusion to prevent severe fluid retention and allergic reactions. Your doctor may prescribe medication to take before your treatment to help decrease the risk of edema. It really helps to have these words of encouragement and support. Of course, we each respond as individuals. I know the taste thing lasts for a while but I crave something good to eat. i have been lucky to have good support but the weakness in my legs and arms and neck, have been bad and still are two weeks later I feel my body just wants to colapse when I get to the sink to try to do the dishes, so I have to sit down and wait until I feel better. As I have not had much of an appetite due to mouth issues, I had constipation but once that passed I have had loose bowels. This combination of meds had the remarkable result of shrinking my very large tumor by a full 50 percent! Hi, not sure if my experiences will help you. The median overall survival (OS) was 81 months . Your nurse will check you for signs of a reaction during your treatment. Using unprocessed Doc and both nanoparticles, PRINT-Doc-80300 and PRINT-Doc-200200, Chu et al. Did they check your bloods in A&E?? But they had to keep treating her with antibiotics on the off chance it was an infection. Itis designed to target malignant cancer cells in your body. My last infusion was in December. Plan times to rest during the day and conserve energy for more important activities. Try saltines, or ginger ale to lessen symptoms. The steroid is given in pill form or by IV, which will be determined by your healthcare provider. All rights reserved. Everything tasted like cardboard, which sucked because I love to eat. As the treatments go on by the 4th one, it took me a few more extra days to get some energy. On 9-1-09, I finished 6 cycles of Taxotere, Carboplatin and Herceptin. So far I have been ok on the 2nd cycle just starting to feel the side effects kicking in this evening . It has now been almost exactly 4 days (96 hours) since. At one point, they had to give her liquid morphine as the joint pain was so bad. some were bad and some were tolerable plus i also had insomnia because of the steriods.Tell Donna to hang in thereand good luck to you Bob! Thank you for sharing your journey and giving me hope. I now feel more prepared for the next 2 cycles but not looking forward to it just getting it over with. I will watch out for you and we can support each other. She is on this dose denseShe is on this dose dense regiment; every two weeks; 4 rounds of AC followed by 4 rounds of Taxol (and I think it's five day after Nuelasta shots). Taxotere (docetaxel) is a chemotherapy drug used to treat a variety of cancer types including non-small cell lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, stomach cancer, and head and neck cancer. diarrhea. Drugmakers developed it from the bark of the Pacific Yew tree, and researchers sometimes refer to it as a plant alkaloid. Paracetamol not helping at all I could scream! Signs of a reaction can include: shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, trouble swallowing, chest pain, rash, flushing, hives or itching or a decrease in blood pressure. Signs of a reaction can include: feeling hot or flushed shivering itching a skin rash feeling dizzy a headache feeling breathless or wheezy swelling of your face or mouth pain in your back, tummy or chest. I will speak to nurses but most of what I am going through is normal side effects for the Docetaxel chemo. Talk to your healthcare team for helpful tips on dealing with this side effect. Know that you are two thirds of the way there. Days 1,8: Gemcitabine 900mg/m 2 IV at a rate of 10mg/m 2 /minute, followed by: Day 8: Docetaxel 75-100mg/m 2 IV over 1 hour. What Are Some Reasons To Buy A Home In Fireside At Desert Ridge? I am a small women (112 lbs. I had them for for all 3 Fec. So my advice is dont be scared to ring the chemo hotline, they know what to advise and whether or not you should go in.. For prostate cancer, chemo drugs are typically used one at a time. I was better prepared for the following two though. 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