Hi all! Had my surgery for Stage 3 colon cancer a few weeks ago, margins clear (phew!). Now starting adjuvant FOLFOX chemo next week. Nervous wreck about side effects, especially the neuropathy (Oxaliplatin cold sensitivity/tingling) and nausea. Any tips that really helped you get through FOLFOX? Thanks so much!

  • James Brown
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    8 months ago

    Didn’t have FOLFOX but chemo is chemo. Agree on anti-nausea meds religiously. Also, Biotene mouthwash for potential mouth sores - keep your mouth really clean.

    • Mary OP
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      8 months ago

      Good tip on Biotene, thanks James! Adding it to my shopping list.