Docetaxol/Taxotere side effects
I am 4 weeks post my final chemotherapy.
I am experiencing chest tightness, sometimes stabbing, shortness of breath and fluid retention all over my body, but mainly legs and feet. I was admitted for overnight observation and had every heart, chest and leg scan and all looks okay. I can't wear shoes or any of my pants now. I have put on 10 kilos since my 2nd last chemo dose without changing my diet.
The doctors are at a loss - I'm having an echo test of my heart on the 29th. Surely it's a side effect of either the taxol or the dexamthazone steroid????
Has anyone had this experience too? How long did it take to resolve?
Oncologists don't seem to care, as long as it worked - the nurses care more about the patient and side effects.
Merry Christmas everyone.
kym