On 11/15/2007 Missy102677 wrote:
My mom was diagnosed in October with renal cell carcinoma or advanced recurrent kidney cancer. She had kidney cancer fourteen years ago and had her left kidney removed. She did not receive treatment because the doctors said it was confined in her kidney. Fourteen years later it has returned in her liver, lungs, and pancreas. My mom began Sutent over 2 weeks ago but had to take a break for a week. She came down with a very bad cold and ended up in the hospital for a few days with very high fevers. Her white count is still down and she goes back to the doctor on Monday to find out when she can go back on the Sutent. It is given four weeks on and two off but she has the option of two weeks on and one week off. I am reading positive things on Sutent and we are praying that it works for our mom. The side effect that she feels most is fatigue but is still working. She is also having a difficult time finding things to eat that appeal to her. Any suggestions? I have found that cold food seems to appeal to her more.
Good Morning,
Well, it looks as though you certainly have a lot to deal with right now. I wish I had some great news for you to help your Mom work all this out, but I am afraid I must pose a question about this Sutent. What is this?
I had a Nephrectomy (partial, right kidney) due to renal cell carcinoma 11 yrs. ago. Now it seems as though another cyst is being found on the left kidney, though small, I am worried. I was just wondering where I can get info on this Sutent. is it on this site?
I hope your Mom recovers totally, I care about her condition and also how you are handling all this. If you would like to, please email me or post message anytime and I will respond.
Take Care,
Deb