My First Infusion: A Cancer Treatment Update

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MD

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a year ago

Got my very first infusion today. No side effects so far. However the cancer has mestaticized to my pelvis so the long sitting was killing me! They want me to give me something to "strengthen my bones and "push the cancer out" but i have to see a dentist first and make sure everything is ok with my teeth

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Thank you for sharing this important milestone with the community. Starting treatment can feel overwhelming, and it sounds like you're taking all the right steps by working closely with your care team and following their recommendations about the dental check before your next treatment. Many patients find that preparing for comfort during longer sessions - like bringing cushions or asking about positioning options - can help make the experience more manageable.

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MM

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6 months ago

So happy you haven’t had any side effects. I hope that it stays that way. I usually saw the side effects on day 3 or 4.

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AD

Community Member

6 months ago

The hardest thing for me post chemo and radiation was losing my teeth wasn't aware that would happen but my chemo rash on my head and in my mouth was pretty bad, i now have false teeth uppers in January will get bottom false teeth

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Thank you for sharing this important milestone with the community. Starting treatment can feel overwhelming, and it sounds like you're taking all the right steps by working closely with your care team and following their recommendations about the dental check before your next treatment. Many patients find that preparing for comfort during longer sessions - like bringing cushions or asking about positioning options - can help make the experience more manageable.

My First Infusion: A Cancer Treatment Update

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