Hi all, this is my first post.
Besides the side effects of Afatinib (7th Cycle 40mg - all very positive) I was wondering if anyone has the additional problem of fluid in the plural cavity (plural effusion)? Pain management has never been my best subject and I’ve never really jumped immediately for pain relief in the past. However, the pain associated with Plural Effusion can only described as like having several broken ribs and I think I’m ready. I’ve been told off for not taking anything by the nurses, but my philosophy is that if I mask the pain I might over do it.
Any thoughts guys? Thanks in advance.
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