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Suggest Treatment For Weakness And Discomforts In The Leg After Chemo Radiation Treatment
my 77 yr old mother has had chemo and radiation treaments. 6weeks later she is so week, she cannot stand on her legs. she was very active prior to therapy. her meds consist of compazine and a steroid for back pain. she was diagnosed with osteroporosis and had her cracked 2 vertabrates.prior to the canceosr diagnose. does not complain about any pain.wat can we do to get her on her feet. are the meds partof the cause. should we ween her of these? please help we are using hospice so its difficult for pro info
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Suggest Treatment For Weakness And Discomforts In The Leg After Chemo Radiation Treatment
Hello, Weakness is a common problem after chemotherapy due to decreased level of hemoglobin. The pain in legs can be related to osteoporosis also at her age. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Praveen Tayal, Orthopaedic Surgeon