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My TC journey: Taxotere (docetaxel) & Cytoxan (cyclophosphamide)
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Omg, I could've written your post. Exact same diagnosis. My 3rd round is May 27th and I don't know if I can handle it. I've had a rash on arms and legs that is driving me crazy! My oncologist said every infusion will result in a different reaction. What if my next infusion makes the rash worse! I know that I have to finish my 4 rounds for the bigger picture, but dam!!! I too just want to feel normal.
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@missycat I did my 3rd infusion 8 days ago and unfortunately I had the same reaction with the hands and feet. They loaded me up on steroids every day hoping to prevent this from happening again. My feet are peeling and are sore. This drug burns your skin from the inside out or appears to like a really bad sunburn. I am supposed to have my last infusion on 6/11/26 but the doctor's physician assistant told me today that it could get cancelled or they might only give me the one drug that doesn't cause the skin issues. It has been a journey these last few months and I will be so glad to be done and try to get back to feeling normal again.
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@missycat I totally understand how you feel. Yes it feels like Wheel of Fortune spin the wheel each infusion and see what side effects you get . They are different each time and seem to last longer. I finished my 3rd infusion 5/21 so just one left.
I wanted to reduce the strength of this 3rd infusion but my oncologist did not agree. I trust him and because of the grade 3 and Triple Negative we kept it the same. I will finish the last round on 6/11 and hope to finally be done with this God willing. Hang in there you can do it . Take care.