Hello, has anyone here had, or is having ,AC & Docetaxel chemo? I have Grade 3 IDC and following a lumpectomy the margins were not clear plus cancer was found in one lymph node. I was advised that I would need chemo, then further surgery (re-excision/axillary clearance) then radiotherapy, then hormone therapy. I have now spoken with the oncologist and they advised that the chemo would be given as an adjuvant - to prevent the cancer recurring - rather than a neo-adjuvant to shrink the cancer prior to further surgery. I would be having 4 cycles of AC followed by 4 cycles of Docetaxel and I'm assuming that this will be quite gruelling as I have been signed off work for 6 months despite being able to work from home. I know that side effects may vary but just wondered if anyone else who is on this combination of chemo could share their experience. Thanks x
I had Docetaxel along with Carboplatin and honestly it was completely manageable. I worked throughout all 5 months of chemo and literally only needed a few hours off each cycle. I think it's a very personalized experience, but have a look at my blog (One Life Live It) to see how I have been managing. Good luck x
