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Two years ago,I had breast cancer. But now I'm cancer free.

How ever the Chemotherapy drug,was very strong,and has damaged the nerves,in my feet. Will i ever get the nerves back.

And will I have to give up driving. This is causing me to have anxiety problems.

 

 

 

  • Offline in reply to Digiacomo

    Thank you for your reply. 

    Has anyone experienced, numb feet after Chemotherapy. As I have never heard of this.

    Thanks to anyone that reads this.

    Sue.

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    I finished chemo for Osophageal Cancer in December. I have nerve damage in my feet , hands and left thigh. I have been told that sometimes the damage repairs itself, but not always. I'm not sure whether you will have to give up driving, I suppose it depends on the extent of the damage. You should contact your GP about driving . 

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    Hi Sue, 

    not sure how long it is since you finished your chemo. I had nerve damage in my fingers and toes. About a year after I finished my chemo my fingers were back to normal, although I do find if I have been gardening and got my hands in a bag of compost and it's cold my fingers tingle till I get them warm again. My nerve damage in my feet was on the ball of my feet, I still have a little bit of damage, but it is getting better. I didn't experience it like you by the sound of things.

    i do hope it improves for you over time for you, and your anxiety improves. 

  • Offline in reply to hammy4
    Thanks hammy, at least I'm not alone,with the side effects. I finished my Chemo nearly 2 yrs ago,but feet have not got any better,and are always cold. Hands ok. Sorry to h are about your hands,but glad your feet are better. Just goes to show people,it's not everyone,that can tolerate,the high dose. Good luck to you for the future. Sue

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