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What Causes Lower Back Pain Along With Sinus In Cancer Patient?
I was recently diagnosed with single cell lung cancer. I ve completed 30 treatments of radition and 4 treatments of chemotherapy. My last treatment of chemo was the 19th of last month, and shortly 2days later I began having extreme sinus pain and pressure. Seen my pcp and it was a sinus infection. Currently taking a atibiotic. Im concerned that the pain Im having in my lower back and shoulders has been persistant since. What is causing this. The chills are very tough at times and ongoing and I have a issue with a cough thats continuous.
Thu, 14 Aug 2014
Since you have recently completed your treatment with chemotherapy your immune system will be weak , you will be prone for infections. Take adequate precautions.
Complete the antibiotic course, get a white blood cell count test done, and consult your oncologist.
The cough will slowly subside as the radiation will damage not only the disease but also your normal lung tissue. Consult your oncologist if your cough is progressively worsening and Get a CT scan of the thorax
Complete the antibiotic course, get a white blood cell count test done, and consult your oncologist.
The cough will slowly subside as the radiation will damage not only the disease but also your normal lung tissue. Consult your oncologist if your cough is progressively worsening and Get a CT scan of the thorax
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