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Decision time re continuing Paclitaxel due to peripheral neuropathy - help needed
I have started to have signs of PN on soles of feet after 4 of 9 planned weekly Paclitaxel. Onc has left it to me to decide when to pull the pin. Symptoms are mild atm I think (numbness on soles, slig...
Hi there @kamada
I would say - please try ice treatment for your hands and feet during the infusion. I know that nurses and oncologists tend to poopoo it, but you've got nothing to lose by trying. Some people swear by it.
Other than that, has the oncologist talked about reducing the dose? It can be given in lower doses. Might be worth a try!
I would say - please try ice treatment for your hands and feet during the infusion. I know that nurses and oncologists tend to poopoo it, but you've got nothing to lose by trying. Some people swear by it.
Other than that, has the oncologist talked about reducing the dose? It can be given in lower doses. Might be worth a try!