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So sick - what do I do?
im on round 2 of chemo. My little ones had the sniffles and a cough and I've picked up. Day after chemo I got a sore throat. I had my side effects and they weren't bad but as my immunity dipped down t...
Hey @Lillian67 - generally it takes a good 36-48 hours before the antibiotics kick in. Maybe check with your GP to see if they gave you a "stock-standard" broad spectrum antibiotic or if you were prescribed a "super strong" antibiotic.
I agree with the other lovely ladies - ring the chemo ward - tell them your symptoms and how you are feeling.
Go with your gut feeling and simply because you don't have a temp don't think you are not entitled to go to A & E. People take their kids to hospital for a bad cold !!
Take care - Sheryl
I agree with the other lovely ladies - ring the chemo ward - tell them your symptoms and how you are feeling.
Go with your gut feeling and simply because you don't have a temp don't think you are not entitled to go to A & E. People take their kids to hospital for a bad cold !!
Take care - Sheryl