The Taxotere alone is tough stuff. Having such aggressive treatment is definately going to cause long term effects. But, that being said, you will get used to your new "normal". That is a term I learned on this board and it is a great term. Just do your best to take one day at a time. That is something I have to work at but it is getting easier. It can be overwhelming to look too far ahead. Keep coming back here-this is a great place for advice and just to vent.

Sue

cg to husband, 48 Stage 1V head and neck SCC. First surgery 9/07. Radiation and several rounds of chemo followed. Mets to chest and lungs. "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, it's about learning to dance in the rain." Went home to God on February 22, 2009.