Finished my chemo and radio last september. But the after effects have left me with painful joints especially in my hands. Has snyone else suffered ?
Finished my chemo and radio last september. But the after effects have left me with painful joints especially in my hands. Has snyone else suffered ?
Hello kellsx73,
I'm glad to hear your chemo and radiotherapy finished last September but I'm sorry to hear you're suffering from some side effects. Pain in the joints, especially your hands is quite a common side effect from these treatments and you can find out more about it here. As it is quite common other members on the forum have experienced this and hopefully some of them will post soon to offer their advice and share their experiences. You can also look for previous discussions about this by using the 'search forum' option above as well.
I hope this helps and that you are able to get some relief from the pain in your joints soon.
All the best,
Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator
Yes I have. Been left with some peripheral neuropathy in hands and feet
recently started on gabapenti. Which isn't helping!
My oncologist has suggested acupuncture may help and is putting me forward for some trials
have you had any help for your pain ?