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My 25 yo son lost his leg to osteo sarcoma july 2019 above knee amputation he now has lung doing chemo needs transfusions monthly should he be taking vitamins and zinc and iron suppliments
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Healthy diet: He may experience nausea and vomiting due to the chemotherapy. Encourage clear fluids, use Zofran to control symptoms and a healthy diet. A standard multi vitamin may be added. I hope that he has a good recovery. Discuss targeted lung cancer therapy with your physician.
Answered 8/5/2020
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