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Immunotherapy/Keytruda Side Effects?

I made it thru major surgery, radiation and even chemo with fewer side effects than immunotherapy has given me during the last month.

I am on Keytruda for stage 4 endometrial cancer (tumor atop vagina). While a CTScan proved the Beast is on the run, my one knee, deltoids and ankle have experienced extreme pain and weakness. Heavy-duty painkillers (which I hate) don't seem to extinguish the 24/7 agony.

I had to start walking with my walker again months after walking without it and my hiking stick. Rats!

My oncologist took me off today's infusion, put me on an anti inflammatory as my usual daily intake of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, green tea and tart cherry juice isn't working.
I also have an appt with an orthopedic surgeon to make sure if there is anything else wrong.

This is not a cry for help or a vent. It is just curiosity over possible side effects for Keytruda.

As it is a new therapy - not all is known yet so I will keep you posted.

Stay strong warriors!
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