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Jlan
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Hi, I am in week 3 of treatment and got a call from the hospital on Tuesday to tell me to stop taking the chemo as my white cell count and platelets are low. As much as I don't mind coming off them as were making me nauseous, I am concerned that I am only now getting half the treatment which will effect the success rate.

Has this happened to anyones else / is it not uncommon?

TIA

  • Hi Jlan,

    I’m sorry to hear this. Not what you want, even if they are causing nausea. I know that this is why they monitor the bloods so carefully. This didn’t happen to me so I have no guidance to share, but hopefully other forum members will get back to you.

    I hope they can give you more information at your appointment today. Xx

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