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viking1
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8 years ago

The use of Lipegfilgrastim for the prevention/easing of febrile neutropenia in breast cancer patient

I had febrile neutropenia after chemo 3 so as a preventative measure was given an injection of Lipeg. to take 24 hours after chemo 4.  Unfortunately, I developed all the side effects of Lipeg. (the ma...
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Giovanna_BCNA
Member
8 years ago
Hello @viking1,
Sorry to hear about the associated pain you are experiencing with the Lipeg injections.
Great idea to speak with the chemotherapy nurses, let them know that what you are currently doing to manage this pain is not helping.  They can speak with oncology registrar or consultant with regards to some pain management for you.  Hoping your next treatment goes well.