Coping with Remission
Sometimes coping with remission may be difficult. You did it! While the term remission is not often heard in the GIST community, it does apply. If you’re doctor has told you that your last scan shows [...]
Headache Coping Strategies
In this section we will cover headache coping strategies. Unfortunately, light to severe headaches may be caused as a result of using Gleevec. The good news is that there are many different things that [...]
Joint Pain Coping Strategies
Medications to treat your GIST can sometimes cause joint pain (aka arthralgia). However, there are ways to manage it. An important thing you have to do before beginning any type of treatment is to [...]
Heartburn – Coping Strategies for Acid Reflux
Many people, not just those undergoing cancer treatment, frequently experience heartburn or acid reflux (medical termDyspepsia). Here are some easy tips to help you cope with these symptoms that Gleevec, Sutent and other drugs [...]
Skin Depigmentation Coping Strategies
Skin depigmentation, or vitiligo, can occur as a result of a cancer treatment regimen. Very few options exist for trying to cover up and fix the areas of lightly-colored skin. Skin Depigmentation Tiops One of [...]
Rashes and Dry Skin Coping Strategies
Caution:It is important for patients to report side effects and discuss their management with their doctor. The material presented here is for information purposes only; it is not a substitute for talking to your [...]
Neuropathy Coping Strategies
Peripheral neuropathy is characterized by sensations of pain, tingling, burning, numbness, or weakness that usually begin in the hands or feet. It can be caused by certain illnesses. It can also be a side effect [...]
Loss of Appetite Coping Strategies
GIST and its treatments often cause loss of appetite. There are some things that can be done to help stimulate your appetite. Cooking and eating methods to prevent Loss of Appetite: Eat small meals. [...]
Cold Intolerance Coping Strategies
Cold intolerance is a side effect that may occur when undergoing treatment for GIST. Be sure to discuss your cold intolerance with your physician! Cold intolerance can also be caused by various underlying medical conditions [...]
Fatigue Coping Strategies
updated 4/9/2020 There are many reasons for why patients experience fatigue and exhaustion but a major contributor is that Gleevec lowers the red blood cell count, a condition known as anemia. When you take [...]