Hello, I was diagnosed with her2 + stage 4 breast cancer in June 2021, I am just about to complete 6 rounds of chemo plus phesgo given intravenously, my oncologist assures me that it is the chemo that causes the worst side effects, I am due to start 12 rounds of phesgo given at home every three weeks. I would like to know what are the side effects of just the phesgo and whether my hair will grow back while having this treatment alone.
Hi, I have had 3 Phesgo injections now and have had no side effects whatsoever from them. On one occasion the area around the injection point was a bit tender for the rest of the day, but I’ve not had the chemo symptoms of nausea, taste, tiredness etc etc. Hope this reassures you x
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