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I had two chemotherapy treatments, with the last one being in early June. I ended up...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/656074/

Discussion: Need hope: Neuropathy from chemo

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Nov 20, 2021

You are very welcome. I hope what I was able to share was helpful. I wouldn't...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1379433/

Discussion: L-glutamine for Chemo related Neuropathy

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 26, 2025

I am just beginning chemotherapy Carboplatin and Paclitaxel weekly for 3 months. I’m using multiple sets...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1220444/

Discussion: What are some ways to try to minimize neuropathy during chemo?

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Jan 24, 2025

Hi, I have recurrent endometrial cancer and relieving Carbo-Taxol chemo every 3 weeks. No Keytruda at...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/334250/

Discussion: They found a mass: How do you cope with anxiety and all the tests etc?

Support Group: Lung Cancer

Posted: Mar 4, 2021

I developed neuropathy in some of my fingers, some of my toes, and part of my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/319246/

Discussion: Cancer survivor now developing late side-effect of neuropathy

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 16, 2020

I now have neuropathy in my feet as a result of chemo. My last treatment was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/742407/

Discussion: Need hope: Neuropathy from chemo

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 27, 2022

I had 2 courses of oral: 6 weeks and 4 1/2 months. I had 4 IV...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/319244/

Discussion: Cancer survivor now developing late side-effect of neuropathy

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 16, 2020

Try acupuncture administered by a well-trained practitioner. It improves energy and circulation, so it will likely...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1180378/

Discussion: Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Nov 26, 2024

Hi Royce. Glad to hear you both get to go on walks now and then. My...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1155356/

Discussion: What exercises do you do for neuropathy?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Oct 11, 2024

In the summer of 2021 I participated in a clinical trial for chemo induced neuropathy. I've...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/928421/

Discussion: Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Sep 11, 2023

@jnemeth1214 Sorry for the late reply; I have been struggling. The cancer came back. When I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1442685/

Discussion: Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Nov 19, 2025

Hi @kathan55 , At the moment, there is not a cure for neuropathy, and depending upon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1352643/

Discussion: Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jul 20, 2025

I am still leery of L-Glutamine and wish I had not ever taken it after reading...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1379767/

Discussion: L-glutamine for Chemo related Neuropathy

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 26, 2025

Hello @boogie1936, Welcome to Connect. I saw that you started a new discussion on avoiding neuropathy...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/903386/

Discussion: Did you do icing during chemo? Did it help?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Jul 28, 2023

Took as needed. Found idea on internet. Hiccups never mild. Had same problem with belching which...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/742553/

Discussion: Have you ever had hiccups with or after chemotherapy?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Aug 28, 2022

Thank you for sharing your encouragement, @astaingegerdm. I have been having more trouble with neuropathy, and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/686097/

Discussion: I hope you make it . . .

Support Group: Breast Cancer

Posted: Mar 3, 2022

Your post caught my curiosity. I have suspected for a very long time that I may...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/805360/

Discussion: Phrenic Nerve damage and paralyzed diaphragm: Anyone else have this?

Support Group: Lung Health

Posted: Feb 2, 2023

I have been reading for several months about low level laser light therapy and another name...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/824515/

Discussion: Can't seem to get warm enough

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Mar 11, 2023

I was beginning to think that I had imagined someone mentioning using a bag of frozen...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/815982/

Discussion: Chemo side effects to feet and hands: cold and tight

Support Group: Pancreatic Cancer

Posted: Feb 23, 2023

My husband has exactly this experience. His neuropathy definitely got worse after the oxaliplatin was stopped....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/821620/

Discussion: Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy: What helps get rid of it?

Support Group: Cancer: Managing Symptoms

Posted: Mar 6, 2023

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