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continuing (or not) herceptin during rads

continuing (or not) herceptin during rads

Hi, my question is whether or not to continue herceptin treatments during rads.  I have stage 1, HER2+ bc and finished chemo (TCH) 4 weeks ago but am continuing herceptin treatments for the year.  During radiation do I continue my herceptin or is it recommended to postpone the treatments till the radiation is finished?  I have gotten 2 different answers from my primary onc and the radiation onc so now I am unsure of what to do.  What is the normal protocol?
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Dear weety911:  In most settings it is considered safe to continue herceptin during radiation therapy.  In all cases, this decision should be made by your oncologist who knows your situation and will monitor you.  
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