Paclitaxel (Taxel) - used to treat cancer by blocking cell growth.
ABT 888 - is an investigational drug - not yet approved by the FDA. It's a molecule that prevents proteins from interacting with other proteins in cells. By preventing these interactions the cancer cells may stop growing.
Carboplatin - is approved by the FDA. It's a molecule that binds to DNA and stops cancer cells from growing.
Giving all 3 drugs together may help kill more cancer cells. The ABT888 and the Carboplatin are 'extra' chemo drugs that are given through the clinical trial that I am participating in. The Paclitaxel is the chemo drug commonly given.
After that I go on the AC drug - which is Doxorubicin used to treat cancer by killing cells and Cyclophosphamide is used to treat cancer by slowing or stopping cell growth. This I will have every two weeks for 4 treatments.
I stopped at the office today to see my coworkers. They are having a Valentine's basket raffle in my honor and I was completely overwhelmed, to say the least. There were 15-16 wonderful baskets made - they are SO AWESOME!! I can't even explain. I have the best group of coworkers, EVER!! Love you ALL!!
You shouldn't be too surprised, you are always there for us an amazing person and friend. Next time you stop by don't forget us on the 2nd floor :) We want to see you too.
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