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mum has taken the 2nd session of folfox. she was discharged on wed. today she really feels weak and tired. no diarrhea, no fever but huge headache during night and day. what shall we expect now?
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Dr. Barbara Stark Baxteranswered
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
Chemo side effects : Side effects of chemo include fatigue and headache, but when symptoms are severe, it's always important to contact your oncologist's office and at LEAST discuss it with the nurse and ask her to ask the doctor about it . They might want to check blood counts or have mom come in for an exam , and certainly she needs medication to feel better. Don't suffer in silence, it could be serious! Can't tell!
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