Discussions tagged “immunotherapy”

I've been on Yervoy for a few months now, and I wanted to share my experience. Yervoy is an immunotherapy that helps your immune system fight cancer by blocking the CTLA-4 protein, which normally puts the brakes on your immune cells. This allows your immune cells to become more active and attack the cancer. However, it also comes with a range of potential side effects, from mild to severe. Here's what I've encountered and some advice for those going through the same treatment. I'll tell you what my body went through and some tips for dealing with the side effects.