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Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) | Last Active: Nov 29, 2024 | Replies (116)Comment receiving replies
I'm glad to hear that there is a treatment plan in place for you, now @puddknocker. I'm sure that you are relieved to be at this point. It really can feel like a medical merry-go-round when you are first diagnosed.
It must be very encouraging to know that the three chemo treatments will probably put you in remission.
Do you know the frequency of the chemotherapy? Will it be monthly?
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The treatments will be at 2 week intervals, a total of 3 treatments. There will be two PET scans along the way, to see how effective the treatment is. I'm guessing that there will maintenance treatments as time goes by. I'm basing that on the oncologist's request for a permanent, under the skin, IV portal. I will be getting that installed on June 5, then begin chemo the next day.