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I have had 9 weekly infusions of taxol & herceptin for breast cancer. i was severely constipated, nurse suggested senokot s. i have been using it daily for probably 8 weeks now and i feel like my anus is pushing out. help! what should i do?

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Hemorrhoids?: Sounds like you may have hemorrhoids. Recommend you return to nurse for recommendations re: increased oral fluids, fiber (Senacot is one of many), and maybe anal steroid suppositories.

Answered 2/25/2021

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A member asked:

I have had 9 weekly infusions of taxol & herceptin for breast cancer. i was severely constipated, nurse suggested senokot s. i have been using it daily for probably 8 weeks now and i feel like my anus is pushing out. help! what should i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Lentnek answered

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