When undergoing chemotherapy for ovarian cancer, many woman will experience neuropathy — which usually presents as a numbness or tingling in the fingers or toes. There are medications and other types of interventions that can help with this side effect.
After chemotherapy, you should be able to return to your normal day-to-day life for the most part. So if you are experiencing any symptoms such as tingling in the fingers or toes, or even pain that is getting in the way of your normal physical activities, it’s important to let your doctor know right away. Your medical team may need to adjust your dosage or take some other precaution. There are a handful of options available for women dealing with neuropathy symptoms, including:
- Modifying chemo doses — A doctor may take this precaution to avoid any worsening of neuropathy symptoms
- Gabapentin — A medication that can manage symptoms like pain
- Oncology Rehab — This can help women rebuild strength and get used to any physical changes they may be dealing with
