Paclitaxul

1 reply
286 subscribers
0 views

I finished 4 rounds of EC and tomorrow I start 12 weekly rounds of Paclitaxul. I'm a bit nervous as it's something new again. My oncologist said that women tend to tolerate this drug better and I just wondered if anyone had experienced this. The final round of EC hit me quite hard with side effects, especially mouth ulcers, nasal sores and all sorts of problems down below. I'm hoping these issues might resolve in the coming weeks.

deebee60 4 hours ago

Hi Dee Dee, I had a similar treatment plan to you.
I had 3 rounds of EC and 9x weekly Paclitaxel.

I found the EC really tough going and was unwell for about 10 days after each treatment. I found that the Paclitaxel much easier but the next treatment seemed to come round so quickly. I felt I had no time to myself.

I was really tired on the day of treatment, had a flushed face on day 2 (took antihistamine for this) and was almost back to normal on day 3.

I cold capped throughout my treatment and also iced my hands and feet - I used polybalm on my nails (feet and hands) My nails are great and I only have the slightest CIPN in my big toes- which hopefully will improve over time.

Time wise you're half way through your chemo treatment...that's great news!!

sending hugs xx

More from this forum

Paclitaxul