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Has anyone else had jaundice after chemo with pemextred and carboplatin?

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Dear SJR43

Jaundice is caused by an increase in the bilirubin levels in blood, which can sometimes happen with some chemotherapy drugs. I have placed the link below from cancer research UK on the side effects of pemetrexed and carboplatin:

cancerresearchuk.org/about-...

I take it this has been assessed by a Doctor if not then contact your specialist nurse of the chemotherapy unit. There can be a variety of different reasons there is jaundice e.g infection and treatment will depend on the cause.

If you wish to discuss anything we have a free nurse led helpline number on 0800 358 7200

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