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Why Am I Experiencing Nausea and Heart Racing After Chemotherapy?

VD

Community Member

5 months ago

I am receiving post surgery Chemo tx. Had my 1st if 3 infusions for 1C1 Ovarian Ca. I am nauseous daily and for 3 days, my heart races the minute I start moving from a sitting position. They say I’m likely dehydrated but I’m drinking lots. Any thoughts?

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These side effects after your first chemotherapy infusion can be really concerning and uncomfortable to deal with. Racing heart when standing up, especially combined with ongoing nausea, are symptoms worth discussing further with your medical team since they can help determine if additional supportive care measures might help you feel more stable during treatment. Many people in this community have navigated similar challenges during their chemotherapy journey, so you're definitely not alone in experiencing these effects.

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FG

Community Member

5 months ago

I've just had my first chemo after the surgery and I have not had any reactions everything is going good no nausea or anything like that hope it stays that way but so far so good going on the second week

FG

Community Member

5 months ago

Hope you start feeling better soon

BB

Community Member

5 months ago

Try eating some fruit. Like watermelon and grapes.i put some grapes in the freezer and then eat them .

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SB

Community Member

5 months ago

Hi Vicki, sorry to hear about your nausea. In addition to taking my prescribed nausea pills, I drink Nectar (the electrolytes powder) and it seems to help with my nausea and general health. Get lots of rest and feel better. Hugs!

SB

Community Member

4 months ago

Hi Vicki, just checking in on you. How are you doing? Hope your nausea and heart races went away. I’m also stage 1c1 and have four more infusions to go. Hang in there!

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

These side effects after your first chemotherapy infusion can be really concerning and uncomfortable to deal with. Racing heart when standing up, especially combined with ongoing nausea, are symptoms worth discussing further with your medical team since they can help determine if additional supportive care measures might help you feel more stable during treatment. Many people in this community have navigated similar challenges during their chemotherapy journey, so you're definitely not alone in experiencing these effects.

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