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A friend of mine has started a course of TKI. If she were to get a response, after what period of time can she expect to notice any improvement (e.g. less shortness of breath, less coughing)?

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Reply # - March 5, 2016, 06:13 PM

JimC
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Hi bailey,

Welcome to GRACE. Some patients respond very quickly when they begin a TKI, with a dramatic improvement in symptoms, but most take a little time (perhaps weeks to a month or two) before seeing a noticeable difference. That's why the initial follow-up scan after starting treatment is usually done six or eight weeks later.

I hope your friend shows quick improvement in symptoms.

JimC
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