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Does chemo cause upper chest and back pain during treatment?

SP

Community Member

2 months ago

Hi Has anyone had upper chest and back Pain while on chemo. I’m through round 2 of 6? Pain comes and goes. Thanks

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CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Many people going through chemotherapy do experience various types of pain, including chest and back discomfort, as the body responds to treatment. It's encouraging that you're reaching out to connect with others who may have similar experiences during their treatment journey. Be sure to mention this pain to your oncology team so they can help determine the best way to manage it and ensure you're as comfortable as possible through your remaining rounds.

JG

Community Member

2 months ago

Yes. Spinal manipulation and acupuncture helps the neck and back pain. Chest pain comes and goes for me

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TG

Community Member

2 months ago

Yes, I have. Same.

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RB

Community Member

a month ago

My pain was like knives stabbing the abdomen in random spots. I choose to believe it was cancer dying. I had several days when pain pills were required. My oncologist had prescribed them with the words ‘Just in case…’

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SP

Community Member

a month ago

Thank you for your replies. Praying you all get relief from any pain. Thank you

CH

Community Member

a month ago

Yes. Pain has been mostly thoracic region since before diagnosis

KB

Community Member

a month ago

Rhia, I also have a bit of stabbing pain and I like you think it is the medicine killing cancer. Yayyy

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