A member asked:

From the chemo i now have severe leg paains which start below the knee its not my bone its not the leg muscle what else could it be when i say severe ?

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Neuropathy: You may have chemotherapy induced neuropathy. Medications such as lyrica, (pregabalin) cymbalta, and Neurontin may help. I would discuss this with your oncologist.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Dr. Martin Schaeffer answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Pain Treatment: Unfortunately certain chemotherapeutic agents are known to cause peripheral neuropathy or polyneuropathy as a side effect and will most commonly affect the lower legs. There are many medications which usually are helpful in treating the associated pain. These need to be prescribed by an appropriately trained provider.

Answered 4/3/2014

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