Common Side Effects Of Cisplatin Chemotherapy

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Common side effects of cisplatin chemotherapy. Some people may have side effects while they are being given the chemotherapy or shortly after they have it. Vitamin e deficiency causes symptoms similar to those of chemotherapy induced neuropathy. Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking cisplatin. Loss of reflexes.

Other signs of dehydration. Nausea and vomiting may be severe diarrhea temporary hair loss loss in ability to taste food hiccups dry mouth dark urine decreased sweating dry skin and. Hair loss or thinning. Allergic reaction some people have an allergic reaction while having this treatment.

If you notice any other effects check with your healthcare professional. Plasma vitamin e levels in cancer patients were significantly decreased after two to four courses of cisplatin chemotherapy. Increased risk of infection. Peripheral neuropathy is a common side effect of cisplatin.

You might have other symptoms depending on where the infection is. Swelling of feet or lower legs. Unusual tiredness or weakness. Common side effects of cisplatin include.

Dosage of cisplatin depends on the type of cancer being treated. Swelling or inflammation of the mouth. Increased risk of getting an infection is due to a drop in white blood cells. Fluid in the covering of the heart or.

Numbness or tingling in fingers or toes. The drug alters the amplitude of action potential on sensory nerves as well as conduction velocity through the nerve fibers. Symptoms include a change in temperature aching muscles headaches feeling cold and shivery and generally unwell. Peripheral neuropathy is a common dose limiting adverse effect of some chemotherapeutic agents including platinum compounds.