Hi, how successful is capecitabine for TNBC with lung metastasis?
Thank you
Hello artemis61
Thanks for posting.
There are several treatments that can be given if you have been diagnosed with lung metastases (secondary breast cancer in the lung) that is triple negative (TNBC), including chemotherapy such as capecitabine. It’s impossible to say how successful this will be as it will depend on how well your cancer responds to this particular drug, and whether your symptoms (if you have any) are controlled.
Your treatment team will be best placed to let you know how you are responding to capecitabine. This is usually done by monitoring your lungs with a scan, and also how you are feeling while having the treatment. If needed there are other treatments available as mentioned in the above link.
At times like this, some people find it helpful to talk with others who are going through a similar experience. We have a secondary breast cancer online discussion forum including a private chat group for sharing information and support. There is also a weekly Live chat session which runs on Tuesdays at 8.30-9.30pm.
We also provide a number of different services for people living with secondary breast cancer aimed at providing both information and support online and face-to-face. These include Our Living with Secondary Breast Cancer Online groups facilitated by trained counsellors and speakers live sessions. Our face to face Living with Secondary Breast Cancer groups meet up monthly and also give you the chance to connect with and share experiences with other people who understand what you’re going through.
Do call our helpline if you would like to talk this through or have any further questions. The helpline team have time to listen, talk things through and signpost you to more support and information if necessary. Your call will be confidential, and the number is free from UK landlines and all mobile networks. The number is 0808 800 6000, (Relay UK - prefix 18001).
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