HER2+

What treatments help with chemo neuropathy in hands and feet?

Has anyone found any worthwhile treatments for chemo induced neuropathy in their hands and feet? Tingling and some numbness appeared after my final (6th) chemo session. It has been four months since then with little to no change. I am starting to think this is my new normal. I can still walk, golf, play the piano, but I am worried it’s permanent. I did 9 sessions of acupuncture but didn’t see any major improvement.

What free resources are available to help women going through cancer treatment?

For any woman fighting cancer - I put together something free that might help. I’m Kelly, a breast cancer survivor, and during my own journey I remember feeling completely overwhelmed — not knowing what I needed for chemo, surgery, cold capping, drains, radiation, or even how to ask for help. That experience led me to build something I wish I had. I’m launching a completely free resource on December 13th called Re-Femme. It’s for any woman going through any type of cancer. It includes: • A curated cancer-care registry with items needed for each stage of treatment • cold capping and wig fund options you can add to your registry to send to friends and family who want to contribute. • Practical guides on cold capping, drain care, insurance codes, and coping with side effects • Emotional support tools and survivor-led tips • A way for loved ones to know exactly how to support someone going through treatment. You can add items or gift cards to your Re-Femme registry and easily share it with friends and family who want to support you! If you are a woman fighting cancer or know a woman who is, here’s the link to join and be notified the minute we go live! www.joinrefemme.com My only goal is to make the journey less overwhelming for other women. Sending love to everyone fighting, supporting, or healing. 💗

What's your experience taking letrozole for cancer treatment?

What is anyone’s experience with taking letrozole?

Why am I getting photon radiation instead of proton for left breast cancer?

I discussed my assessment/ plan for type of radiation I will be getting For HER2positive cancer well I went in for a stimulation and to have marker put on body ,And have CT scan,I was getting a little confused because they were placing makers on my Right breast but my cancer is in Left breast,I asked why are you putting markers on Right Breast under my arm my cancer is in left Breast and then had markers put under left arm, on left breast in outer breast at near the center of chest and 2 marker on both sides,They said they were put in those places to be sure radiation beams will be in right direction,all very confusing to me .I thought i would get proton radiation because my cancer is in the left breast . I was reading for left Breast Cancer because Heart is in this area they try to use proton instead of photon and I look at plan its photon not proton, and i thought my radiation oncologist would at least go over my Ct scan and show me areas of cancer and lymph nodes that they will be getting radiation,because my surgeon got out the core of tumor and all margins were clear and all six pieces of tissue she took out around my core tumor was benign I am stage 1 with some lymph vascular invasive but I just don't want to be getting aggressive Radiation if i dont need it because as I told my oncologist radiologist I do see a cardiologist and want to protect my heart and lung area as much as possible.I am suppose to have five weeks of external beam radiation with MV6 photon also sounds pretty aggressive to me for a 1.4 mm tumor that was taken out and clear margins and all surrounding tissue my surgeon took out was benign. What are you all thought on this that have already had Radiation on left side for HERS positive cancer stage 1. I try to advocate for myself because there is a saying quality or quantity of life.I will do the radiation treatments just don't want to be over zapped and get bad burns or something that would cause my heart damage.

Will my mom be okay after brain radiation for metastatic cancer?

My mom was alone . Now she is with my brother . Mom diagnosed with HER 2 positive , complete EV chemo , one side mastectomy, radiations , started Target therapy , while on target disease progression in sane breast , doctor stopped target and put her in second line treatment. Her second line treatment xeloda and tykerb failed in 6 months along with severe hand foot syndrome , disease progressed to left neck lymph node and brain Mets . She also diagnosed with cervical spondylosis. She lost her mobility 75 percent a month ago . Now she is in brain radiation . MRI shows brain Mets with edema . Will she be ok ?

What are the side effects of Enhertu infusions when living alone?

I am considering Enhertu next . Wondering the side effects of this infusion, every 3 weeks. I live alone. Janet

When did you start adjuvant Kadcyla after radiation treatment?

I just completed my radiation treatment on Oct 17, and next is adjuvant with Kadcyla. Curious when anyone in this situation started their adjuvant. My surgery was on July 23. My chemo ended on May 1st. TIA

How long does recovery take after severe chemo side effects from MM?

I was diagnosed with MM 15 months ago after fracturing my back 2 times a year apart, and then my sternum a year later. Two weeks after my diagnosis I began chemotherapy and after my second treatment my legs had swollen so bad I couldn’t walk shortly after that I couldn’t eat and my oncologist just kept pumping me with chemo. My potassium dropped really low (1.5-2.0) I was spending my entire day at chemo getting potassium infusions. The oncologist wasn’t the least bit concerned about the fact that I couldn’t walk or eat. She’d say well you’ve got to be eating and walking in order to get the sct. Needless to say this went on from June until October with me spending more time in the hospital than at home. Coming home from the hospital in October my husband and I made the decision to stop chemo and change oncologist. I had gone 4 months without eating surviving on sprites and water. My new oncologist said my health was too severe for chemo and the outlook was slim. Still in and out of the hospital until the first of may. I had a feeding tube put in and has since been removed. I’ve lost over 100 lbs. two weeks ago was told my mm is in remission and started back on a lighter dose of chemo last week. This is the longest period of time I’ve been out of the hospital at one time. I still can’t walk without a walker as of yet. And not sure how long it’s going to be before I get some sort of a normal life back. With that being said my oncologist says I still have a lot of healing to do from my first round of chemo but from my first visit up until now he’s very pleased at how far I’ve come because he wouldn’t have expected that when he first saw me. World Rehabilitate Clinic played a significant role in my healing process. This is a horrible disease my prayers are with you all.

What's the best time to take anastrozole to reduce side effects?

Hi I take anastrozole for triple positive her 2 breast cancer. I changed times of taking it from morning to afternoon and evening. Right now I take it in the morning and by early afternoon I’m done. This also happened with taking it in the afternoon and evening. What time are people taking this pill for less side effects I appreciate your input

How old were you when you had fat transfer reconstruction after mastectomy?

Yes awhile back I asked if anyone had fat removed from belly or other parts of the body after mastectomy. I was wondering how old you people were when you had this procedure to make new breast’s. Thanks