Hi all l had stage 3 advanced anal cancer l went through my treatment of chemoradiation its been 8 months ago but im still getting side effects of low energy,sharp little headaches they dont happen every day and backache should l be worried or is this normal
Hi loki balls7b3768 I finished my treatment November 24 and I still get tired sometimes and have toilet issues my oncologist is never concerned just says it's early days. If you are concerned though I would ask at your next check up or ring your specialised nurse to put your mind at rest. Xx
Hello loki balls7b3768
We hear you, especially the low energy! Your body is still recovering and it can take a long time to get back to normal, and please bear in mind that may be a new normal. And your headaches sound really unpleasant, I would mention everything that you are going through to your oncologist. Not that I think there is anything wrong, but it is as well to have reassurance from a professional when you have ongoing side effects. And s Bungle says, our oncologists nod and reassure - unfortunately I think they hear this a lot.
And as always, if there is anything that you are really worried about, contact them now.
I really hope this improves for you soon.
Irene xx
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