Paclitaxel reaction

Hi kitukat72, I'm currently on week 6 of 9 of Paclitaxel and touch wood I haven't had any major reactions. The skin on my hands has broken out and looks a bit like patchy sunburn in places, it's hot dry and itchy but manageable.

I have seen quite a few people around me take reactions like yourself but the managed to contine with a smaller dose.

I hope the get it all sorted for you soon. xx

TBee  

Back when I had paclitaxel nearly 2 years ago I had an allergic reation the pain in my back was horrendous and my skin turned bright red also i couldnt see properly with my second one so they gave it to me over 2 hours instead of 1 hour and it was fine sailed through the rest lost my hair finger nails but apart from that all fine hope you get sorted soon xxx

Thankyou, they tried giving it slowly over 2 hours instead of one, but the reaction was instant both times, infusion had literally just started! Fingers crossed I get a new plan sorted xx

Yes I had pains in my chest, stomach and hips, was very scary! Just frustrating more than anything,  I just want to get on with my treatment! Thankyoh for replying xx

they might change you to nab-paclitaxel instead. See what the oncologist advises - there are options for you. Hang in there!

Thankyou ️  xx