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8 weeks on Zelboraf and it works
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8 weeks on Zelboraf and it works

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    • February 15, 2013 at 10:44 am
    Owl
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      This week my husband had his 8 week scan and it shows good results. 2 of 4 mets have even shrunk by 50%, the other 2 are also smaller, nothing new, brain is clear. After the devestating news that IPI killed any mets except these 4 we are thankful that Zelboraf works, though more cautious, just hope that we will have a long-term response. The side effects were really bad in the beginning, that's why he had a Z holiday and after that reduced the dosage to 3-0-3.

      This week my husband had his 8 week scan and it shows good results. 2 of 4 mets have even shrunk by 50%, the other 2 are also smaller, nothing new, brain is clear. After the devestating news that IPI killed any mets except these 4 we are thankful that Zelboraf works, though more cautious, just hope that we will have a long-term response. The side effects were really bad in the beginning, that's why he had a Z holiday and after that reduced the dosage to 3-0-3. Now the side effects are manageable, a little itchy skin, little rash, little joint paint and he is taking something to bring the uric acid to a normal level. Doctors stick to the dosage, so we are prepared for the next 8 weeks, plan a little holiday (late honeymoon) and enjoy life.

      My thaughts are with all of you, especially with the caregivers who sometimes seem to suffer even more!

      Jenny

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        • February 17, 2013 at 12:10 pm
        aldakota22
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          Great news that he is responding to Z".Over time his side affects hopefully will disminish.May he be a long  time user .Enjoy your vacation .Will kep you both in my prayers.Beat the Beast.    Al

          • February 17, 2013 at 12:10 pm
          aldakota22
          Participant

            Great news that he is responding to Z".Over time his side affects hopefully will disminish.May he be a long  time user .Enjoy your vacation .Will kep you both in my prayers.Beat the Beast.    Al

            • February 17, 2013 at 12:10 pm
            aldakota22
            Participant

              Great news that he is responding to Z".Over time his side affects hopefully will disminish.May he be a long  time user .Enjoy your vacation .Will kep you both in my prayers.Beat the Beast.    Al

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