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How long does muscle pain last after Taxol treatment?

JS

Community Member

3 years ago

The muscle pain from Taxol is no joke. It is making me so short with everyone because I just don’t feel good. How long until you felt more like yourself after finishing Taxol?

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Taxol-related muscle pain typically improves gradually over several weeks to a few months after treatment ends, though recovery timelines vary from person to person. The physical discomfort can definitely affect mood and patience with loved ones, which is completely understandable - many people in this community have shared similar experiences with how treatment side effects impact their relationships and daily interactions.

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JT

Community Member

6 months ago

I had pain from Taxol and my onco prescribed stronger painkillers. For me it took several months after finishing before I felt mostly like myself again. Hang in there - it will get better ❤️

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B*

Community Member

6 months ago

Thank you for posting. Feel free to reach out to one of our oncology nurse practitioners via the Ask Outcomes4Me button (found at the bottom of the app’s Home Screen); they are happy to answer questions. I hope a fellow patient can also share their thoughts and experiences soon. Thank you again.

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KW

Community Member

5 months ago

I got terrible neuropathy from Taxol. Still dealing with it about a year later.

CA

Community Member

2 months ago

Taxol-related muscle pain typically improves gradually over several weeks to a few months after treatment ends, though recovery timelines vary from person to person. The physical discomfort can definitely affect mood and patience with loved ones, which is completely understandable - many people in this community have shared similar experiences with how treatment side effects impact their relationships and daily interactions.

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