Confusion, panick problems after chemo..

Question

Asked for Male, 63 Years

My Father is undergoing chemo and radiation therapy for ca larynx. After second chemo{once in three weeks} he started behaving in a weird way.. Moving hands while sleeping, speaking while sleeping and getting confused etc. Doctor is saying it is due to low sodium, and currently injecting ns and dns.. but sodium levels are not coming up. 114-124-121-124 ..Are the values for last four days. Please suggest.

Answers (1)

20000+ health queries resolved in last month

Articles you may like

Anxiety May Be an Early Sign of Alzheimer's

Dr. Prakash L. Lulla

Anxiety disorders are common across the world, thought to affect around 40 million adults each year. However, as if thes ... Read more

0

5 Frequently Asked Questions About Baby Pacifiers

Dr.Damini Agarwal

Sucking on their thumb is common reflux in infants and babies. Most babies suck on their thumbs even before they are bor ... Read more

3

The Problem

Mr. Mahesh Krishnamurthy

We all have problems in our mind, in our body and also in our lives. What we choose to do about it is all that matters a ... Read more

22

Pros and Cons of a Chemo Port

Dr.Rohan Khandelwal

Chemo port is a vascular access device which helps in administering chemotherapy with relative ease. The port device is ... Read more

1

Overthinking Is an Unproductive Form of Problem-Solving

Dr.Tarun Verma(PhD)

Thinking is generally considered as a form of tool - for action. Thoughts may be random sometimes and range from past me ... Read more

2

How to Solve Problems Using Mind Maps

Dr.Inderjeet Singh

If you wantto solve a problem, it's a good idea to combine· mind mapping and· problemsolving tools (like ... Read more

0

Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Dr. Srikant Sharma Psychiatrist 18 yrs exp Delhi · Accepted Answer

Dr. Srikant Sharma

Psychiatrist 18 yrs exp Delhi

Give time to your doctor and the body of the patient to work up..yes he may be right as Delirium occurs most commonly due to Metabolic disturbances...also get a Psychiatrist reference done to control the situation.. regards

Answered

Let others know if this answer was helpful

Was this answer helpful?

YES NO

Download FREE Practo app

Confusion, panick problems after chemo.

Answers (1)

Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE