Tonight will be my Sweet Hubby's 8th dose of Tarceva. The pharmacist mentioned the 8th dose seems to be the time when a lot of patients develop the "rash" that is a common side effect of this medicine. We'll see. The doctor mentioned that the rash is actually a "good sign" that the drug is getting to the receptors. The literature I've read said that the rash could develop over the first few weeks of treatment. Who ever thought you'd see the day when you WANTED a rash??!! Especially one that presents like acne...
We just thank God for the knowledge of our physician, the kindness of his nurses and office staff, the diligence of our pharmacy tech...They have all been wonderful. And as always, we are most grateful to all of you for your uplifting prayers - you have no idea how much they get us through each and every day!
"I will praise you, Lord my God, with my whole heart. I will glorify your name forevermore." Psalm 86:12
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I'm so glad the first chemo treatment was uneventful! I've talked with people who had mixed feelings during that first chemo session...I can only imagine.
Give Sweet Hubby my best, and let him know I'm praying for a rash :)
Thanks Gail...you'll be happy to know it looks like he has the beginning of "the rash!" GO TARCEVA!! Do your thing!!
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