MRF-Logo2019-Horizontal-RGB
MM & Christmas “cheer”
REGISTER
The information on this site is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Content within the patient forum is user-generated and has not been reviewed by medical professionals. Other sections of the Melanoma Research Foundation website include information that has been reviewed by medical professionals as appropriate. All medical decisions should be made in consultation with your doctor or other qualified medical professional.

MM & Christmas “cheer”

› Forums › General Melanoma Community › MM & Christmas “cheer”

  • Post
    • December 18, 2011 at 8:46 pm
    audgator
    Participant

      Quick Hx as I can't seem to enter a profile: Found a lump on my neck 6/09; Dx as melanoma 8/09; primary lesion never found; surgical removal of 20+ lymph nodes, 2 of which showed cancer; highly focused radiation 1/10; 1 yr. of interferon; all scans clear until 8/11 which showed spots in lungs & liver; 2 biopsis inconclusive as lesions are too small to get adequate tissue samples.  I started ipi a couple weeks ago & have my 2nd this Thursday. So far I have had no side effects. If  I were in a trial (I'm not) I would suspect I'm on a placebo.

      Quick Hx as I can't seem to enter a profile: Found a lump on my neck 6/09; Dx as melanoma 8/09; primary lesion never found; surgical removal of 20+ lymph nodes, 2 of which showed cancer; highly focused radiation 1/10; 1 yr. of interferon; all scans clear until 8/11 which showed spots in lungs & liver; 2 biopsis inconclusive as lesions are too small to get adequate tissue samples.  I started ipi a couple weeks ago & have my 2nd this Thursday. So far I have had no side effects. If  I were in a trial (I'm not) I would suspect I'm on a placebo.  Blood work has been OK except the white count is a little high.  I've always enjoyed wine with dinner but I went without for the year on interferon. My oncologist has not banned wine while on ipi but only made a vague suggestion that a holiday glass would be alright.  I am wondering what others have been told about alcohol & Yervoy?

    Viewing 8 reply threads
    • Replies
        • December 19, 2011 at 1:08 am
        Angela C
        Participant

          Hi there.

          I just finished my last dose of Yervoy in November. I was told by the nurse that this drug can cause dehydration, so I was advised to try and stay away from alcohol. The doctor said that I could have alcohol on occasion, but just one a day basically. They never said I couldn't have it at all and kind of left it more as a decision for me to make on my own based on how I was feeling and common sense. I have had one drink here or there while on treatment.

          ~Angela

          • December 19, 2011 at 1:08 am
          Angela C
          Participant

            Hi there.

            I just finished my last dose of Yervoy in November. I was told by the nurse that this drug can cause dehydration, so I was advised to try and stay away from alcohol. The doctor said that I could have alcohol on occasion, but just one a day basically. They never said I couldn't have it at all and kind of left it more as a decision for me to make on my own based on how I was feeling and common sense. I have had one drink here or there while on treatment.

            ~Angela

            • December 19, 2011 at 1:08 am
            Angela C
            Participant

              Hi there.

              I just finished my last dose of Yervoy in November. I was told by the nurse that this drug can cause dehydration, so I was advised to try and stay away from alcohol. The doctor said that I could have alcohol on occasion, but just one a day basically. They never said I couldn't have it at all and kind of left it more as a decision for me to make on my own based on how I was feeling and common sense. I have had one drink here or there while on treatment.

              ~Angela

              • December 19, 2011 at 3:49 am
              liyucmh
              Participant

                 

                <a href="http://www.monsterbeatsworld.com/"><strong>Beats By Dre</strong></a> is a brand of headphones and loudspeakers marketed by hip-hop/rap musician Dr. Dre and Interscope-Geffen-A&M Records chairman Jimmy Iovine. There are six versions of the headphones and six versions of the earphones, which are manufactured and distributed under exclusive license by <a href="http://www.beatsdrebestbuy.com/">Monster Beats</a>. As part of marketing strategy, the headphones often appear in music videos, movies, advertisements and other media.
                 
                There are two branches of the Beats headphone family; In-ear headphones such as iBeats, Tour, Heartbeats By Lady Gaga, DiddyBeats by P. Diddy, JustBeats by Justin Bieber, & PowerBeats by and on-ear/over-ear headphones such as <a href="http://www.beatsdrebestbuy.com/Beats-by-Dr.Dre-Studio-CL4.html">Beats by Dre Studio</a>, Solo/Solo HD/Solo HD (RED), and Pro. See more at:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beats_by_Dr._Dre
                • December 19, 2011 at 3:49 am
                liyucmh
                Participant

                   

                  <a href="http://www.monsterbeatsworld.com/"><strong>Beats By Dre</strong></a> is a brand of headphones and loudspeakers marketed by hip-hop/rap musician Dr. Dre and Interscope-Geffen-A&M Records chairman Jimmy Iovine. There are six versions of the headphones and six versions of the earphones, which are manufactured and distributed under exclusive license by <a href="http://www.beatsdrebestbuy.com/">Monster Beats</a>. As part of marketing strategy, the headphones often appear in music videos, movies, advertisements and other media.
                   
                  There are two branches of the Beats headphone family; In-ear headphones such as iBeats, Tour, Heartbeats By Lady Gaga, DiddyBeats by P. Diddy, JustBeats by Justin Bieber, & PowerBeats by and on-ear/over-ear headphones such as <a href="http://www.beatsdrebestbuy.com/Beats-by-Dr.Dre-Studio-CL4.html">Beats by Dre Studio</a>, Solo/Solo HD/Solo HD (RED), and Pro. See more at:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beats_by_Dr._Dre
                  • December 19, 2011 at 3:49 am
                  liyucmh
                  Participant

                     

                    <a href="http://www.monsterbeatsworld.com/"><strong>Beats By Dre</strong></a> is a brand of headphones and loudspeakers marketed by hip-hop/rap musician Dr. Dre and Interscope-Geffen-A&M Records chairman Jimmy Iovine. There are six versions of the headphones and six versions of the earphones, which are manufactured and distributed under exclusive license by <a href="http://www.beatsdrebestbuy.com/">Monster Beats</a>. As part of marketing strategy, the headphones often appear in music videos, movies, advertisements and other media.
                     
                    There are two branches of the Beats headphone family; In-ear headphones such as iBeats, Tour, Heartbeats By Lady Gaga, DiddyBeats by P. Diddy, JustBeats by Justin Bieber, & PowerBeats by and on-ear/over-ear headphones such as <a href="http://www.beatsdrebestbuy.com/Beats-by-Dr.Dre-Studio-CL4.html">Beats by Dre Studio</a>, Solo/Solo HD/Solo HD (RED), and Pro. See more at:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beats_by_Dr._Dre
                    • December 19, 2011 at 3:56 am
                    liyucmh
                    Participant

                      Wants to be a sexy lady in this 2011 winter? you need a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes, Wants to shiny in the party for 2011 Christmas, you need a pair of Christian Louboutin boots, designed by Christian Louboutin, french luxury shoes brand which make you more fashion for this winter, see more at official site: Christian Louboutin official

                      • December 19, 2011 at 3:56 am
                      liyucmh
                      Participant

                        Wants to be a sexy lady in this 2011 winter? you need a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes, Wants to shiny in the party for 2011 Christmas, you need a pair of Christian Louboutin boots, designed by Christian Louboutin, french luxury shoes brand which make you more fashion for this winter, see more at official site: Christian Louboutin official

                          • December 19, 2011 at 10:20 pm
                          audgator
                          Participant

                            WQhy am I getting these spam replies to my post?

                            • December 19, 2011 at 10:20 pm
                            audgator
                            Participant

                              WQhy am I getting these spam replies to my post?

                              • December 19, 2011 at 10:23 pm
                              kjkaralekas
                              Participant

                                I am getting them as well since last night.

                                • December 19, 2011 at 10:23 pm
                                kjkaralekas
                                Participant

                                  I am getting them as well since last night.

                                  • December 19, 2011 at 10:41 pm
                                  audgator
                                  Participant

                                    Thanks. This happened on a listserve for a professional organization I was on years ago.  Hopefully an MRF monitor can solve this.

                                    • December 19, 2011 at 10:41 pm
                                    audgator
                                    Participant

                                      Thanks. This happened on a listserve for a professional organization I was on years ago.  Hopefully an MRF monitor can solve this.

                                      • December 19, 2011 at 10:41 pm
                                      audgator
                                      Participant

                                        Thanks. This happened on a listserve for a professional organization I was on years ago.  Hopefully an MRF monitor can solve this.

                                        • December 19, 2011 at 10:23 pm
                                        kjkaralekas
                                        Participant

                                          I am getting them as well since last night.

                                          • December 19, 2011 at 10:20 pm
                                          audgator
                                          Participant

                                            WQhy am I getting these spam replies to my post?

                                          • December 19, 2011 at 3:56 am
                                          liyucmh
                                          Participant

                                            Wants to be a sexy lady in this 2011 winter? you need a pair of Christian Louboutin shoes, Wants to shiny in the party for 2011 Christmas, you need a pair of Christian Louboutin boots, designed by Christian Louboutin, french luxury shoes brand which make you more fashion for this winter, see more at official site: Christian Louboutin official

                                        Viewing 8 reply threads
                                        • You must be logged in to reply to this topic.
                                        About the MRF Patient Forum

                                        The MRF Patient Forum is the oldest and largest online community of people affected by melanoma. It is designed to provide peer support and information to caregivers, patients, family and friends. There is no better place to discuss different parts of your journey with this cancer and find the friends and support resources to make that journey more bearable.

                                        The information on the forum is open and accessible to everyone. To add a new topic or to post a reply, you must be a registered user. Please note that you will be able to post both topics and replies anonymously even though you are logged in. All posts must abide by MRF posting policies.

                                        Popular Topics