Hi I’m away to start chemo - oncologist saying 4 sessions EC then 4 sessions of paclitaxel . This seems to be the standard treatment but they are saying to receive every two weeks rather than every three.
i just wondered if anyone else here is on the same regime ? Or has any information about why every fortnight rather than 3 weeks - thanks - I’m in Scotland .
Hi there, I just noticed you haven't had any replies yet and, as the site is busy, your post has dropped down a few pages so my response will bump it back up. I didn't have EC myself, but taking a look at some of the info available it can be given every 2-3 weeks. Best wishes
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Thanks for getting in touch . I’m in NHS Tayside - would you mind letting me know if this is the same area as you ?
appreciate the info , if your ok with sharing and if your not , don’t worry :)
Thanks
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No I am in England- Kent. I assume if the frequency is 2 weeks not 3 would that mean the dosage would be different? I can ask at my first session tomorrow if that would help?
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