Hi
I would like some advice on the value of using supplements. I have just begun a new chemo regime after having 12 sessions of Cetuxamib, Fluorouracil and Irinotecan. Today I started Oxaliplatin and Capecitabine. I think that maybe supplements affected the chemo drugs. I did not get good results from a scan today. Cancer is growing in abdominal region.
I would appreciate some help and advice. I want to feel positive again. Thanks
Hi Steak
Such a difficult day to find out a scan is not as great as hoped for . Certainly a lot of things can impact chemo in terms of supplements so I would suggest you chat to your team . It’s been a while since I looked up the specifics but certainly my mum never took any whilst on actual chemo .
Have you had a surgical review ? We found that very helpful indeed . If you click on my name you can read my mum’s story . She had quite a few bumps along the way so can understand how demoralising today was for you . Sometimes getting a bit more information on what can be achieved might be helpful . Some surgeons are more able to tackle certain types of spreads more than others .
You also might like to find out a bit more about your histology .
Finding your feet again is hard but there is still a lot of hope here . The combination you are going on now my mum had for over two years .
Take care ,
Court
Hi Court
Definitely more upbeat plus, I know that it's only day 3 but, coping ok with the new regime. Realise that this could change at any time. Just back in from a 6k walk and will be walking again this afternoon. I'm determined to fight it all the way.
Thanks again.
Steak
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