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arpie
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7 years ago

Cardiomyopathy and chemo ...... a serious condition to be aware of

I do NOT want to scare anyone - but this is a very real condition that may affect some who've been thru chemo - and is something to be aware of, particularly if you start getting a dry hacking cough o...
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Anonymous
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7 years ago
It’s really important to get a baseline scan before chemo and then follow up with a cardiologist if you have any concerns. Adriamycin is a particularly toxic drug. I’ll have ingoing check ups for heart issues.