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Tender fingernails after 1 round of docetaxel

Brummybird
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Hi there, I'm new to the forum. I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer back in June. I have completed 3 cycles of the EC chemo and side effects were ok, however I've just received my 1st cycle of Docetaxel and oh my god this is a new ball game. I've never known aches and pains like it, but the main issue is my fingernails. They are so tender and it really hurts just trying to pull trousers up. Has anybody got any advise on how long this lasts or any remedies to try and help? Many thanks 

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    Hi brummybird 

    I had grade 3 stage grade 3.

    Had EC first in March for 3 cycles then the doxctaxel.

    After my first cycle of doxc I had the pains in my bones but all the pain medication they gave me eased it slot.

    Second was fine and third also.

    My nails went a yellow colour and ridged and you could plee them off.Also week after treatment i developed a cough and sore eyes everytime ,but they gave me drops for my eyes.

    Good look with your treatment flower and sorry that you have stage 3 breast cancer x

    Laney

     

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