Just had 4th infusion, cat scan before 5th in 3 weeks. Big difference vs. Chemo/Poison. Some fatigue but nothing in comparison. Hope it works. Another 7 years welcome.
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So very glad to read that this experience is so different. Sending hope that we meet back here to celebrate #14.
Denzil, how many treatments of Keytruda before you see improvement? Is #14 the last one if it works?
This will take me a bit to research. I don't have info immediately available. From abstracts I read at Journal of Oncology, some respond immediately some take time. Let me get you an accurate answer.
Thank you so much and appreciate any information you find.
Usually takes 1-3 treatments. Can take as long as 6 months but those who will respond best will be those that respond soonest. There are some who’ve demonstrated response after an extended time though.
Thank you very much. After 5 treatments, he seems better. Less coughing and no blood in sputum. After this last treatment he was sleepy a lot. Fingers crossed. His tumor reduced after 2 Opdivo but he had too many side effects to continue at the time. Thanks again Dennie.
Thanks for the update! So happy it is going well...sorry about the fatigue, though. Keeping you in my thoughts.
Cat Scan Tuesday, been in Florida for a week. Home to NH for now. One day at a time.
Thank you for the update! You must be tired (understatement). Fingers crossed