Hi, I've been through chemo, lumpectomy and radiotherapy following a BC diagnosis oestrogen and Her2+. I got a full pathological response following surgery. During the chemo, I had a bone scan, head scan and endoscopy which all came back clear, but currently I'm suffering from really bad nausea and have been sick a few times with acid. Is this common? I am currently taking Exemestane, and Lanzoprazole (30mg) for the acid but it's not getting rid of the nausea. Do I need to worry?
Thank you.
Dear Kaggz
Thank you for contacting us here at Macmillan Cancer Support. My name is Rae and I am a Cancer Information Nurse Specialist.
It is good to hear that you have had a full response following surgery for breast cancer and that your bone scan, head scan and endoscopy have all been clear.
If your symptoms of nausea and vomiting become are persistent, or worsening, we would suggest contacting your GP, hospital team or NHS 111.
Nausea and sickness is usually mild when taking exemestane. As you are having an increased amount of nausea, it is recommended that you speak to your breast cancer team. They may be able to give you an anti-sickness drug, or if needed change you onto a hormonal therapy drug that you can tolerate better. If you have not already done so, you can try taking your exemestane with food, or at night. We have information about nausea and vomiting which may help reduce the symptoms.
One of the common side effects of lansoprazole is feeling sick or vomiting, so it may be that you ask your GP to change to another form of medication to reduce acid reflux.
I can see that you are an active member of our breast cancer forum. Peer support can be so valuable, talking to other people about their experiences and how they have managed symptoms. Of course, you are also welcome to talk to our nurses on the support line if you have any other questions or need emotional support.
Best wishes
Rae, 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.
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