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Neuropathy in feet after completing Chemotherapy
My husband completed 10 rounds of Folfirinox at the end of September. In late October he developed neuropathy in both feet. It is getting progressively worse. We are meeting our Oncologist next week to go over bloodwork and CT-scan scheduled for this Friday. Has anyone else had this happen afterwards and if so, what supplements, treatments have helped. Thanks for all your help once again.
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Thank you for the information. My chemo is still on going and I was diagnosed with Ocular Melanoma. It metastasized to my liver. That is why I am receiving chemotherapy. The Mama Bear Oasis Cream has made a world of difference. I will check out the online study.
Not sure if at this point is to late, I have been using the cold globes and socks during chemo. So far it is helping though not easy having the cold globes and soc is during chemo therapy, I have 3 sets that get switched during chemo, once I go home they go back in freezer until the following therapy. Also bought a very well insulated cooler from Sam’s club, thick insulation and zipper on top, since I’m in Chicago I leave outside in car day before so cooler is also super cold when I put gloves and socks in cooler. Best of luck god bless you!
@annsant I bought from Amazon and eBay, have 3 sets, so that is something patients have to provide. And they also suggest eating ice chips during Chemo wich I also do.
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Why 3 sets? How long is the platinum or abraxane chemo?
My Husband’s experience was very similar to yours. He had 9 rounds of Neo adjuvant Flofirinox from June to October. He experienced cold sensitivity, tingling and numbness for first few days post chemo that improved before his next round every 2 weeks. After his chemo ended his sensation never recovered and has worsened with winter weather. He has found using a heating pad on his feet while relaxing and using warming socks when he is active helps to reduce his discomfort. Massage helps some as well but for not as long. He has recently ordered the Mamma bear lotion suggested on a message in this forum hoping that helps as well. He had his Whipple the end of November. Just saw Oncologist he felt he may have improvement yet, said that it could take up to 9 months post treatment. Maybe come spring or summer with warmer weather it will bring him some relief. Hope you find a good combination to help. Best wishes as you both navigate this new journey.