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Wondering if we are making the right choices in our NET fight.
Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Dec 28, 2024 | Replies (9)Comment receiving replies
Curious to know if anyone on your team has talked about the possible implications of transplantation and the affects of subsequently needing to use immunosuppressive drugs? Will needing to use immunosuppressive drugs dampen down the bodies natural ability to fend off the possible proliferation of cancer cell growth? Steve Jobs had a liver transplant and I often wondered if this was another wrong decision in his treatment journey?
I am just curious.
Good Luck in whatever decision you make!
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Great question, and yes we are completely aware of the extent of immosuppressive drugs that are needed extensively the first year, most times after a year only two are required. We are also aware of her natural immunities being challenged during this time. We trust our team to guide us through this journey, and I'm aware of the Steve Jobs case, but the treatment of NET since then has greatly improved by leaps and bounds. We got 2nd opinions from some of the most knowledgeable NET Specialists in the country, and we are satisfied that this the best course of treatment for my wife, that will give her a chance to live the longest life possible. I know that we got this!