What chemo side effects should I expect at 79 with ovarian cancer?
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5 days agoPlease comment: my name is Lynnie 79 age. Diagnosed with ovarian cancer A3 I stared treatment May 22 with chemo treatment: Medicines applied. 1 Carboplatin (Paraplatin) 2. Palace (Taxol) 3, Peg-G-CSF I am on my ninth day and my symptoms vary. Tired, pain in legs, head is soft to touch, Laying on my back helps with leg pains. When I walk I have pain,Ear tingling. I take Tylenol 500 2 capsules 4 pain when I need relief. I am 79 I was generally in good health before with no meds.
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5 days agoChemotherapy side effects can vary greatly from person to person, but the symptoms being experienced - fatigue, leg pain, scalp tenderness, and tingling - are commonly reported with these specific medications. Many people find that side effects can change throughout treatment, and what's felt now may improve or shift as the body adjusts. It's encouraging to hear about finding positions that help with comfort, and keeping the care team informed about all symptoms helps them provide the best support throughout this journey.
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