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Re: Lung mets treatment with Taxotere & Herceptin

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Posted by Shelly Blechman on 9/3/2002 from 216.117.218.7:

In reply to: Lung mets treatment with Taxotere & Herceptin posted by Cathy on 8/30/2002 from 205.188.208.138:

I do know of people that have had this treatment with success. The success rates are very good with this combination of Herceptin and Taxotere. There does not seem to be as much side effects with the Herceptin as with the Taxotere. But you will be given medications that will help offset certain symptoms.

As with all medications, there are benefits and risks and as informed healthcare consumers, we need to learn as much as possible in order to weigh the benefits versus the risks and make informed decisions.

If you would like, we can connect you with individuals who have had this treatment as well as some of the researchers and providers who have developed and used Herceptin. I would recommend that you discuss your concerns with your providers and see what their recommendations are and what provisions they make for patients that may have adverse reactions.

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Shelly Blechman
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