I just wanted to write a short update for anyone else who is on or will be on the Yervoy 10mg/kg dose and might be anxious about side effects.
I had my first infusion on December 15, so it has been almost 2 weeks now. The only side effects I have delt with are fatigue, dry eyes, and eczema flare ups. I have had eczema for a long time and I get it on my fingers. Every morning since the infusion my fingers have been broken out and itchy, I have cream for it so I use that like I normally would and they are fine within an hour or so. It doesn't bother me the rest of the day.
Being tired a lot kind of sucks, but it is definitely manageable. It has gotten better since the first week, I'm not as exhausted throughout the day.
Dry eyes is something I didn't really know about beforehand. My oncologist said it is something she hears frequently from patients on Yervoy. She advised me to get moisturizing eye drops and use them when needed. Those definitely help.
Overall, it has been fairly easy so far. The next infusion is January 5th, keeping my fingers crossed for continuing manageable side effects.
Best wishes to all,
Jenn
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