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Universal
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5 years ago

Niggly Cough

Hi Everyone, I had my first Chemo on Thursday & have developed a little tickling cough. There’s no phlegm just a dry cough. Is this a normal occurrence?? What would you recommend to take or do for it ?? ....... I had my port put in on Tuesday so my throat could still be a little irritated from the anethatist. Happy to hear your thoughts 🌻
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  • ddon's avatar
    ddon
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    5 years ago
    Best wishes for the rest of your chemo. It’s so daunting at first and it feels like it will never end - and then it’s all over and for me, 6 weeks after finishing I feel like it never happened ... except I still have this bald head. My hair is coming though - just not fast enough for my liking. Hoping you stay well and get through without anything out of the ordinary happening. 
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    arpie
    Member
    5 years ago
    Make sure you ring & tell them/your Onc about it tomorrow @Universal - they may be able to point you to something you have at home to remedy it - but it needs to be on your notes.

    All the best & I hope it fixes soon x

  • Universal's avatar
    Universal
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    5 years ago
    Thanks ddon, that’s just what I needed to hear 💕. I’ve woken up today feeling fine. I’m just nervous about getting a cold. 
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    ddon
    Member
    5 years ago
    I can’t help sorry - I didn’t experience a cough with chemo, but I remember my throat being sore for a few days after the first dose and being afraid I was getting sick. It just went away and I had no further problems. Hope your cough just settles and goes.