@miriam57 Hi Miriam, yes indeed, Chemo can get rid of the cancer! I’m living proof of that and so are millions of other people. There are so many kinds of chemotherapy. Some are more aggressive than others depending on the target. Cancer cells are crafty and need to be hit hard and fast. The Taxol interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body so it’s exactly the aim of your oncologist to rid your body of those cancer cells.

When you were on Taxol before did you experience any side effects? Were you given any educational background as to what to expect while on chemo? Because anytime you’re on a medication that disrupts fast growing cancer cells, it can also interfere with the other fast growing cells in your body such as soft tissue in your mouth which can get sore and tender, there can be a loss of taste, it can cause some hair loss and possible nausea. These are all temporary issues while you’re going through chemo and can linger a while afterwards. But our bodies have remarkable abilities to heal and regenerate. We just have to get rid of the offenders first!

I’m posting some links below that can help you better understand the possible side effects of chemo and what to do about it. Just know that you are not alone here! So many of us have similar journeys of cancer, chemo and recovery to a full and happy life.
Hugs! Lori
https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemotherapy/in-depth/get-ready-for-possible-side-effects-of-chemotherapy/art-20111159
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/cancer-education-center/tab/nutrition-and-cancer/