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Suggest Remedy For On And Off Burning Sensation In Foot While Being On Chemo Pill

Dear Dr. I have been having burning and blazing sensation to the rt lateral aspect of my rt foot intermittently for the past few days. Can you please advise me what I should do? I am a Breast Cancer Survivor and am taking my chemo pill for life. I am also having pain to the left lateral aspect of my rt. knee and would limp a lot, moreso after sitting - on getting up is very difficult. Please help me!
Mon, 11 Jul 2016
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Orthopaedic Surgeon,  's  Response
Hi
Hope this message finds you in good health.
I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern.

u seem to have peripheral neuropathy,meaning swelling of nerves whish is a side effect of chemo.
Take b complex tablets and analgesics,rest,hot fomentation for the pain.
Nothing to worry about.     
I hope your question has been answered.
If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime.
Thanks,Take care,God bless.
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Suggest Remedy For On And Off Burning Sensation In Foot While Being On Chemo Pill

Hi Hope this message finds you in good health. I have gone through your complaints and understand your concern. u seem to have peripheral neuropathy,meaning swelling of nerves whish is a side effect of chemo. Take b complex tablets and analgesics,rest,hot fomentation for the pain. Nothing to worry about. I hope your question has been answered. If you have any follow-up queries,feel free to consult me anytime. Thanks,Take care,God bless.