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He starts chemo: Now what do I expect?

Pancreatic Cancer | Last Active: Sep 11, 2023 | Replies (26)

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Cold sensitivity from the oxaliplatin varies from person to person. For me it was less than 5 days (cold food in throat, and anything on fingertips), and actually got milder over six months, although the neuropathy in my feet got worse over time.

My most unpleasant effect during Folfirinox therapy was sinus drainage, fixed by a simple Zyrtec that morning. But you might want to pop an Imodium AD beforehand, to prevent drainage from the other end.

If you can figure out a way to secure the at-home pump so it doesn't flop around while sleeping, it will definitely help with getting a better night's sleep, which reduces the overall fatigue somewhat.

Metallic taste after chemo is never fun. Plastic forks and spoons do seem to help avoid that a little bit when eating.

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metallic tastes? oh joy...he already complains of that and its not even started...and any ideas on securing pump would be gratefully accepted