Has anybody else been on the VAC chemotherapy before?

Hi, I'm 25 and I currently have Stage 3 Pleomorphic and Alveolar Rhabdomyosarcoma. First PET has come back clean! I am on treatment 16 of 30 scheduled VAC treatments. I was just wondering if anybody else has been on this regimen and what some of their side effects have been. Also I am still working full time and studying however at times it seems like it is a little difficult to focus and maybe someone may have some tips. Thanks!

Congratulations on having a clean scan.

My son was on HD-VAC cycled with Etoposide and Ifosimide for 9 months. He had nausea and fatigue while under treatment, but was fine in between treatment. He found out that he needed to stay in front of the nausea . . take meds before starting the chemo and to be very well hydrated (drinks lotsa water). He also used essence of peppermint to help with the nausea. He was an inpatient when he had his chemo . . 5 days for the VAC rotated every 21 days with IF/ET (3 days inpatient).

You might want to give yourself a break from working full time and studying too. Your priority right now should be your health and your body needs time to heal. VAC is an extremely rough chemo regiment. So . . slow down a little, relax, and allow yourself to rest.

Best to you.

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