Hi anyone else experienced red hot cheeks after infusion. I had it last time and its come back again today. Bright red and hot too touch. My temperature is normal.
I spoke to team last cycle and they told me its chemo cheek. Its an odd sensation.
Take care Amanda xx
Hello Amandas,
I had cisplatin and vinorelbine 12 years ago to prevent my lung cancer coming back (it's workrd so far fortunately).
I also had hot cheeks amongst other things. I also had all of the other side effects you mention on your profile. One thing to note which might help - for constipation I tried remedies from the chemists shop but they didn't work and I was in a right state. It was resolved when I was given treatment on prescription - perhaps worth bearing in mind?
I wish you all the best for the remained of treatment and success.
Derek.

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Yes! I always get it the morning after chemo (Carboplatin and paclitaxel) and sometimes the day after that. It usually subsides by the afternoon each day. It’s very weird isn’t it.
Hi crystaltipps73f2a8
Yes it is strange incredibly hot too touch but no temperature. Its not as bad today but still visable.
Thank you for replying means a lot to know others experience it too its things no one mentions xx
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