Blood Clots / DVT's after Cisplatin therapy
During my treatments with Cisplatin and Gemcitabine, I had some swelling in the calf of my left leg. The oncologist examined it and said we'd watch it. 3 months after completion of the chemo, my leg swoll up much more, and cramping and pain were pretty intense. Diagnosed at the ER as blood clots. I got on blood thinners and it is under control.
I have been told by the oncologist and radiologists that such clots are fairly common in chemo patients. If you notice swelling or pain, my advice would be to get after it ASAP! Clots can be life-threatening if the clots travel to the lungs/heart.
thanks for sharing this very important life saving advice. Are you going ok? Laura, Moderator, BladderCancer.net Had a recurrence of the DVT this week, but had another clean cystoscopy 2 weeks ago. Thanks for asking!
so sorry to here about the DVT. Great news on another clear scope. Hopefully you feel well enough to celebrate soon. Take care. Wishing you a relaxed and peaceful weekend ahead. Sending positive vibes from Scotland. Laura, Moderator, BladderCancer.net 
YAY congratulations on another clean scope! What a blessing and I hope for continued blessed health. All my best, Charles (Moderator / BladderCancer.net)
wow thank you for this information! My Mom fell through the cracks during her oncology treatments and didn't get life-saving information like this. This is one of the things I love about this forum so much. Sending you all the best, Charles (Moderator / BladderCancer.net)
