brendaholmes

I was on Interferon for 16 months until melanoma visited again (sub q and lymph nodes). I too had a year long flu. I am now on mekinist/tafinlar combo x 1 year. Did not have to repeat any vaccines but my oncologist does not want me taking flu vaccine at all. My counts are good now unlike when I was on interferon so I'm not sure about his reasoning–especially after reading that other docs encourage vaccines. Any thoughts?

I was on Interferon for 16 months until melanoma visited again (sub q and lymph nodes). I too had a year long flu. I am now on mekinist/tafinlar combo x 1 year. Did not have to repeat any vaccines but my oncologist does not want me taking flu vaccine at all. My counts are good now unlike when I was on interferon so I'm not sure about his reasoning–especially after reading that other docs encourage vaccines. Any thoughts?

I was on Interferon for 16 months until melanoma visited again (sub q and lymph nodes). I too had a year long flu. I am now on mekinist/tafinlar combo x 1 year. Did not have to repeat any vaccines but my oncologist does not want me taking flu vaccine at all. My counts are good now unlike when I was on interferon so I'm not sure about his reasoning–especially after reading that other docs encourage vaccines. Any thoughts?

I too have had a problem with debilitating fevers with this combo. When they get bad my oncologist has me take a break then start back at a reduced dose and gradually work my way back up. Just started back on meds again yesterday after I informed him it was break time. It's a roller coaster ride but it does seem to be working. Have been on combo for a year with NED as of last month.  I hope your Dad gets some relief and can continue to fight this beast!!

I too have had a problem with debilitating fevers with this combo. When they get bad my oncologist has me take a break then start back at a reduced dose and gradually work my way back up. Just started back on meds again yesterday after I informed him it was break time. It's a roller coaster ride but it does seem to be working. Have been on combo for a year with NED as of last month.  I hope your Dad gets some relief and can continue to fight this beast!!

I too have had a problem with debilitating fevers with this combo. When they get bad my oncologist has me take a break then start back at a reduced dose and gradually work my way back up. Just started back on meds again yesterday after I informed him it was break time. It's a roller coaster ride but it does seem to be working. Have been on combo for a year with NED as of last month.  I hope your Dad gets some relief and can continue to fight this beast!!