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My mother has a breast cancer, now she has fever with 38.7 and last monday she has done first cycle of chemioterapy. could she take paracetamol?
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Call Hotline: Institutions that administer chemotherapy typically have a hotline 24/7 that clients can call with questions.
Answered 9/29/2016
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She could: However be aware that fever could indicate a serious infection or recurrence hence inform the treating oncologist
Answered 10/19/2014
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Call you Doc: A fever after Chemotherapy is worrisome. Chemo can suppress the immune system and make it easier to get sick. Try to get in touch with her chemo doctor. If you are unable to do this, you might consider going to the ER at the hospital where the chemo was given. Best wishes!
Answered 10/19/2014
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