Hi I’ve had two and a half chemo sessions and every time im ok for 3 or 4 days then I start getting stomach pain I’ve been in hospital 3 times when this happens it was thought to be constipation . I now know that this is not the case as it’s come back again and I’m going toilet ok I’ve taken pain killers but none help can you recommend anything for my stomach pain thanks greenly
Hi greeny123
Thank you for getting in touch with Macmillan Cancer Support. My name is Michael and I’m one of the Cancer Information Nurse Specialists on the Macmillan Support Line.
Sorry to hear that you have been getting stomach pains, after your chemotherapy, and that you have had to be seen at the hospital.
On the Macmillan Support Line, we do not have access to your medical records and cannot diagnose what is causing your pain. We also cannot recommend any medications either.
As your pain has come back again, we need to advise you to contact your clinical team.
As you are currently having chemotherapy, you should have been given a 24-hour chemotherapy hotline/emergency number. You should call this immediately.
With any new, worsening or changing symptoms we always advise people to contact their GP, Hospital team or NHS 111, who do have access to medical records.
If you ever feel that your symptoms are life threatening you should call 999.
I hope this is helpful.
Best wishes,
Michael
Cancer Information Nurse Specialist
You can also speak with the Macmillan Support Line team of experts. Phone free on 0808 808 0000 (7 days a week, 8am-8pm) or send us an email.
REF: MH/LJ
