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I lasted 9 days on my first round of CAP-TEM (never even started the TEM) and was told to stop due to multiple bouts daily of vomiting and diarrhea. I have been off it for 9 days and am not vomiting, but still struggle with nausea. My doctor is testing me for a genetic mutation that affects the way my body metabolizes the CAP causing it to accumulate in my body. If I have the mutation I can still do the therapy, but they will adjust the dose.

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@knelson626 What genetic mutation affects metabolizing capecitabine? I am curious. When I first started CAPTEM a few years ago, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea were daily occurrences. It took about 6 months for my body to acclimate to the treatment and find the best support meds to minimize the side effects. Are you taking anything for the nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea?