How are others handling their first chemo cycle with minimal side effects?
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6 days agoJust diagnosed late Feb 2026 two visible lumps rt top side of rt breast and rt arm pit. 3/12 first round started pembrolizumab (Keytruda), doxorubicin (doletaxel), and cyclophosphamide (carboplatin) treatment is repeated every 21 days. Today the 14th no side effect other than high glucose yesterday. Normal today. Blessings.
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6 days agoIt's wonderful that you're experiencing minimal side effects so far during your first cycle - that's something many patients hope for when starting treatment. Others in this community often share their experiences with managing side effects, and it sounds like you're off to a positive start with just that temporary glucose spike that has since normalized. Your experience might be encouraging for others who are about to begin similar treatment protocols, and many would likely appreciate hearing how your journey continues to unfold.
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5 days agoHaving a bit of achy hips and collarbone (where the port was inserted it is achy) icing it and frankincense balm help a lot!) Just hard to get comfortable.
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