Hello all:
Just started a new chemo regimen of Taotere weekly and have noticed some anomalies since 1st trtmt last Fri (next one 7a tomorrow-once again at the computer rather than comfy in bed!) The tumor (on the side of my neck) seems to have grown significantly in this past week. A bit scary, there, as Erbitux had slowed it significantly. And maybe it's phychosomatic, but now it's beginning to HURT. Not extremely, but quite noticeably. (almost like a charlie-horse when head is in odd position) Started Christmas day-how's that for timing? My eyes hurt (occasionally) like I have the flu or something when I move them; also reduced clarity in my (one) good eye. If I can't read, you might as well tie me in a rubber room, guys! ;-)
I plan to let my doc know about all this tomorrow, but need input as to whether I'm over-reacting. (Most likely, but better safe than sorry!)
Also would like more info on hand/feet "chillers" to reduce nail problems w/Tax. Is this something the hospital would have? How does chewing ice chips with my few (lost 6 this year) remaining teeth help?
Only have about 500 MILLION more questions, and I really should get in the habit of doing a bit more research before I post, but I'm a knee-jerk kind of guy and that's part of my charm.