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Experiencing Swelling On Right Feet And Hand
My girlfriend ,right now has two swollen feet,also a swollen right hand,the rest of the body is not! Previous History, 2 weeks ago.released from Hospital for left side swolleness ie. foot to under breast, just finished 4 wks.Chemo! Unknown kidney problem s(under review),6 month s ago Pancreertitice, which found cancer in left upper lobe that was excised by lobeectomy before Chemo, sodium and magnesium levels have been on radar, she is on a water restrictive diet! 5 8, 51 Yr. old woman, 108Lbs???? Thanks for any response
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The patient is experiencing side effects of chemotherapy.
The potassium and magnesium imbalance is normally seen with platinum based chemotherapy which is offered in lung cancer. This drug also affects kidneys. You need to discuss it with your treating oncologist.
The potassium and magnesium imbalance is normally seen with platinum based chemotherapy which is offered in lung cancer. This drug also affects kidneys. You need to discuss it with your treating oncologist.
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