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Should Hydro Pneumothorax Be Cured Before Chemotherapy?

my wife have hydro pneumotharax. Tube suction tube inserted and removed most fluids. still some remains.She was under gone surgery for breast cancer. forth chemo are over still two remains. Is it necessary to remove fluid before going for 5th chemo tomorrow?
Wed, 7 Oct 2015
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Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
The tube should be there in situ till hydropneumothorax settles. It is not necessary for it to be removed before chemo. She can undergo the same at scheduled time.
Don't worry, she will be alright.
Hope I have solved your query.
Thanks.
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Should Hydro Pneumothorax Be Cured Before Chemotherapy?

Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic. I can understand your concern. The tube should be there in situ till hydropneumothorax settles. It is not necessary for it to be removed before chemo. She can undergo the same at scheduled time. Don t worry, she will be alright. Hope I have solved your query. Thanks.