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119341 tn?1232563757 ScienceDaily (Feb. 29, 2008) — Thalidomide, a drug blamed in the 1950s for causing birth defects, is now showing promise as a safe and effective treatment for women with recurrent ovarian cancer, according to a study led by a University of Minnesota Cancer Center researcher. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Levi Downs, Jr., M.D.
167426 tn?1254086235 ” The study compared the effectiveness and safety of the combination of thalidomide and topotecan, a chemotherapy often used for ovarian cancer, versus topotecan alone for treatment of recurrent epithelial ovarian cancer in patients who had received prior treatment. Epithelial ovarian cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form in the tissue that covers the ovary.
167426 tn?1254086235 t want to start a new thread NEW YORK FEB 28, 2008 (Reuters Health) - The addition of thalidomide to topotecan appears to improve treatment response rates of recurrent epithelial ovarian carcinoma, according to the results of a phase II trial. Because both agents have antiangiogenic properties, the combination of the two might be more effective than topotecan alone, Dr. Levi S. Downs Jr., of the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis and associates speculated.
Avatar f tn Sip pedialyte to keep from getting dehydrated. And green apple jolly ranchers helped me too.
Avatar f tn Someone said that Topotecan worked better when combined with thalidomide -- don't know much more about it than that, although when I have chemo again (when the Arimidex doesn't hold my counts steady anymore) they are threatening me with topotecan next.
1770925 tn?1365618522 Peripheral neuropathy has been seen in association with the following antibiotics metronidazole, nitrofurantoin, thalidomide and isoniazid. What are your neurological symptoms and has a physician correctly attributed them to sulfa drugs? There is no known peripheral neuropathy with the use of cephalexim, particularly short-term use. You can also check with the pharmacist.
Avatar n tn I have these red lumps on my legs of various sizes. It hurts to walk, and now I ache all over. They weren't really itching until today, but now they've started to. I saw my dr. about them, and he said it was erythema nodosum as a result of an allergic reaction to Levaquin. However, since then I've had minor difficulty breathing. I'm an asthmatic, so that's not abnormal, but still... Any help would be appreciated.
Avatar f tn The only thing I can think of would be nerve ending damage which can happen while having treatment. Ask your doctor about that. I had it and it is not nice.
Avatar f tn It is very difficult to treat, but current therapies include steroids, vitamins, cryosurgery, thalidomide and UVB light. If staphylococcus or other infection is present, then antibiotics may be needed. It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps.
Avatar f tn Just to be on the safe side. You never know... Thalidomide was once considered safe too, but the result was catastrophic!
612551 tn?1450022175 thus, there may be a withdrawal when stopping Ginseng, just fyi and welcome input. I have returned to 2 grams of Ginseng now for about a week and believe today my fatigue is reduced. Yes, that is the accepted benefit of Ginseng, but in my case I think I have discovered the possible "addiction" regarding energy/fatigue... Welcome ideas.
Avatar f tn I have been reading that they help with people who suffer from hypo. I was wondering if anyone uses one and what are your opinions of the treatment.
764257 tn?1234724152 Thank you all for your quick responses. I talked to my Oncologist today when I saw him and he doesn't want me to go on a diet right now. I am having a problem with the Thalidomide that I am taking as it is making me dizzy, upsets my stomach and nauseous and I think he is concerned about me going on a diet because of the side effects. He really didn't go into it but that is what I think.
Avatar f tn t feel calm without them around. today i tried walking outside and i got really sick, i was sweating, shaking and had blurred vision and almost fell. this happens everyday since i don't have them anymore. is there any way that i can get a medical license for them that shows that i need them for my anxiety and depression. and if i did get one would i still have to pay for them every month? please guys i really need my dog back.
Avatar f tn Hi, Prurigo nodularis is very hard to treat, but current therapies include steroids, vitamins, cryosurgery, thalidomide and UVB light. In the event that staphylococcus or other infection is present, antibiotics have proven effective. A physician may administer a strong dose of prednisone, which will almost immediately stop the itch/scratch cycle. However, cessation of steroids allows relapse to occur, usually within a few weeks.
Avatar n tn Have you heard of alternate uses for Armidex? I have endometriosis stage 4, I had 2 surgeries in 2006, and my surgeon is putting me on Armidex to try to control the pain. Is this a common use for this medicine?
Avatar n tn I would like to know should I be afraid my father age 48 a very heavy drug user most of his life, was diagnosed earlier today with Hepatitis over at Woodhull Hospital in Brooklyn.He was not told what type exactly or given any medication but was released with an a fl yer and told to follow up within five days.I have not been able to sleep because I have two children that are always with my dad which is their best grampa in the whole world.Could my children,husband, and myself been exposed?
Avatar f tn Hmm I did have a look online so many ppl who have take it in there pergancy have had baby/children with heart defect doctors should give you heads up before handing it over like it is safe to take
Avatar f tn s basically the doctor uses their fingers and try to separate the membrane from your cervix. My doctor said he swept the neck of my womb. I have to children and it's the first time I ever heard of it. A lot of people said it hurts getting it done, but it didn't hurt for me.