Hi everyone, I am on weekly taxol and avastin, but having a lot of pain in lower abdomen two days afterwards. I think it is diverticulitis. I am also getting a wisdom tooth flare up after every infusion. I've had to miss lots of weeks because of infections etc. Am worried they will stop the treatment as I am in such a lot of pain. I usually cope well with chemo but am not doing well this time. Has anyone any advice? I wonder if it's a sign I need to stop and hAve a look at other options.
S X
Hi
Sorry to hear you are in so much pain . I know you are worried about them stopping your treatment but it is best if you discuss with your team . There may be other meds to help. Have you informed your CNS nurse ?
I had problems with a wisdom tooth flare up , so painful ( have had issues before chemo ) but think this was made much worst due to the avastin . Went to the dentist and she gave me some antibiotics which really helped and touch wood it settled down .
Hope your team are able to help with the pain so you are more comfortable whilst completing your treatment . Sending a big hug . Love and best wishes Kimx
Thanks for your reply Kim. It's just so hard to know what to do.
S x
I had lots of really bad bowel pain. XRay showed that it was material all backed up, even though I was very regular. Laxatives were prescribed and have to say even though I was very sceptical it has worked.
You need to speak to your consultant to resolve the problem.
Good luck
Tx
HiHectoria,
You do need to speak to the experts; your consultant/CNS. I am doing taxol/platin and 5 cycles on. I have a history of constipation and therefore when I started chemo I fastidiously take softeners called Ducosate 2 twice a day and a power called Molative once daily. No toilet issues now.
Hi has anyone else had these side effects?
Has anyone else had this?
Feeling desperate. Weekly Taxol to start as current chemo not working. Has anybody had any success? 
Has anyone had there ca125 go up but feel so well
Taxol.
