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1st recurrence, 3rd chemo. Plan for the future

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My mother had ger 3rd chemo today and the doctor told us about the plan for the next weeks. He told us that we will be doing a scan after this. Said that if the lymphadenophaties became smaller, then we will continue with the treatment as long as the lymphadenopathies continue to become smaller. Which makes me feel like we will be doing this forever. He also said that we will be doing a ct scan every two months to monitor. My mother is receiving doxitaxel and carboplatin and he told us that there is no oral alternative for this drug. Anyone who had the same experience? This is her first recurrence. And i've been reading from you guys are able to do well after the first, and for some even after the second recurrence. The news really hit me hard. I feel like there's no end to this anymore. Please help me.

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Brum1966

Hi hun I am only going through this the first time round so can't be of any help really but I notice you have not had any replies yet. I took comfort from others who have stage 4 and although have had some reoccurance, with treatment they are living beyond what the statistics say. Try to think of it as a condition rather than a the big C and just take each step as it comes and think of each treatment as goals. Sorry I can't be more helpful I know you must be worried sick. Keep in touch big hugs to you and your mother xx

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Lyndy

Usually it’s 6 rounds of chemo each time with a scan midway. But sometimes chemo can be given in smaller doses on a weekly basis. I think the oncologist is wise to check that it’s working... no point in poisoning her for nothing.I wonder if things will become clearer once the CT results are in? It would be good to have lots of questions ready to ask.

Don’t forget that your Mother can ask for a second opinion or to be referred for a trial.

It’s very hard for families I think and I wouldn’t rule out getting some support for you, whatever happens xx

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Ruebacelle

This is probably harder on you than it is for her because you love her and are frightened but think of this as a long distance run not a sprint. You have probably noticed all the women posting who are in recurrence so dont worry more than you gave to and remember in many cases this is a recurring and manageable disease. Love from france

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delia2

Hi. I felt like you when I had my first recurrence last year and the oncologist said I would likely be on treatment for the rest of my life. However after my six chemo treatments I went on a PARP inhibitor which is pills and it got rid of my small remaining cancer and now I am ned. Hopefully your mum will have and respond to the same treatment. Take care and happy holidays.

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Iwillbeatit

Sorry you and your mum are going thru this. I have been told my cancer is active again and I restart chemo carboplatin and caelyx 12 January. 6 chemos so on a similar path. Keep fighting the little battles.

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Kwiskwos in reply to Iwillbeatit

I really hope all the women here will get through this. Thank you all for your kind replies. I am praying for each and everyone of you.

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