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What are the complications from getting a chest cold after having chemo?
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Watch counts: You should know your blood counts. if low watch your fever...you are at risk for bacterial infections like pneumonia when the Wbc counts are low. Inform your doctor for any fever.
Answered 9/28/2016
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