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Suggest Remedy For Severe Headache Upon Waking With History Of Lung Cancer
My friend had apneumonectomy a year ago May due to cancer in the right lung. He underwent 3 rounds of chemo that seems to have left him with more complications than just the removal of the lung. My question is: lately when he wakes up it is due to lack of air and he will have a terrible headache for a few hours. He still takes oxycodone a couple times daily. Would he benefit sleeping with oxygen through the night?
Fri, 17 Apr 2020
Hello,
When lung cancer affects the nervous system, symptoms like headache, numbness, weakness may appear. It is called secondary headache. Food rich in vitamin B1, B6, B12, vitamin E or supplements may help to reduce the symptoms developing due to neuropathy. He can have a Neurologist consultation. Yes, oxygen can be prescribed for lung cancer patients, he will definitely get relieve.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
When lung cancer affects the nervous system, symptoms like headache, numbness, weakness may appear. It is called secondary headache. Food rich in vitamin B1, B6, B12, vitamin E or supplements may help to reduce the symptoms developing due to neuropathy. He can have a Neurologist consultation. Yes, oxygen can be prescribed for lung cancer patients, he will definitely get relieve.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K, General & Family Physician
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