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First time Chemo side affects

JVP
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Hey so I my mother in law has stage 4 bowel cancer and started chemo via IV on Friday. She finished chemo on Sunday afternoon. All seemed well until this evening when she started vomiting and came down with a fever of 37.9 afterwards. Has this happened to anyone else? - am new to this forum so thought to ask. 

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    Hello JVP; I am sorry your mother-in-law has Stage 4 bowel cancer.  I have attached information about side effects of chemotherapy.   I have never had chemotherapy myself but have seen friends who have also suffered vomiting.  My experience is by no means extensive so I thought this attachment might be helpful.  In the morning I expect people with personal experience will come and chat with you.  Welcome to this forum.  Annie

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    Hi @JVP - I hope your mum's nausea and vomiting was kept under control? 

    I have steroids prescribed as well as Emend, a great anti-sickness med that brings my nausea under control and has, so far, prevented any vomiting. (Fingers crossed for the next two sessions!).

    All the best to you and your mum.

    Emily

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