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My mother is undergoing Chemo+Target therapy for Breast Cancer treatment. Its weekly cycle every Friday. She is having sore throat and also had fever 100 C in last 2 days. I would like to know if one can take a break of 1 week in Chemo+Target therapy without risking any effects of the therapy.
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Yes..in these circumstances chemo should be deferred but make sure she has no low blood counts. Moreover keep a watch to rule out corona infection..
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get CBC done. consult your oncologist
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to rule out corona infection
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Dr. Smitha C Saldanha
Medical Oncologist
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
You can take a break in the present situation.
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discuss with medical oncologist regarding further plan
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be careful and watch for any fever
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Dr. Shubham Jain
Surgical Oncologist
19 yrs exp
Delhi
Yes, we can but please discuss with your medical oncologist
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