Cardiotoxicity
Just wondering if anyone has suffered cardiotoxicity after chemo. I have just been diagnosed with cardiomyopathy most likely caused by the toxicity of the chemo drugs but I'm finding it really diffic...
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Hi Lyn
I was a bit like you and finding that my heart rate would escalate quickly with any exercise ( even walking on the treadmill at rehab) but thought it was just a fitness issue. I was also having problems with dizziness and could pass out even when I was lying flat so my GP has been keeping a close eye on things and decided to send me to the cardiologist. She also got me to have another echo and that was when it was picked up. I have been having regular echo but until now they had been fine.
If you are concerned, maybe you could ask your GP about getting another echo done. They are not invasive but can give them a clearer idea of what's going on. From what I understand they are done routinely post chemo as the damage can appear months or years after finishing treatment.
Goodluck Lyn. I hope you start to feel better.
cheers Polly