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I year after pola R Chp chemo for lg B cell (abc) lymphoma, having bad muscle pain all over, cramping with headache. Did This Happen?

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Been cancer free for one year, have neuropathy in hands and feet. Nothing shows on a pet ct and nothing shows in blood tests.
Sometimes the pain and fatigue of the muscles is so bad you can't do anything.
Working on follow up with my oncologist.

February 13
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Had chemotherapy twice and may now for a third time. I wake almost everyday with muscle achiness, stiffness and fatigue. It’s particularly hard to get myself around for work. It seems related to electrolytes imbalance or something. Pedialyte usually helps perk me up but it’s a daily issue and frustrating.

February 14
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

Me too!

February 16
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Are you experiencing muscle pain, cramping, and headaches a year after completing Pola R-CHP chemotherapy for large B-cell lymphoma?

Yes, this has happened to other MyLymphomaTeam members. Muscle pain, fatigue, and neuropathy can persist long after treatment ends. One member shared they still experience bone and muscle Show Full Answer

Are you experiencing muscle pain, cramping, and headaches a year after completing Pola R-CHP chemotherapy for large B-cell lymphoma?

Yes, this has happened to other MyLymphomaTeam members. Muscle pain, fatigue, and neuropathy can persist long after treatment ends. One member shared they still experience bone and muscle pain years after finishing chemotherapy, saying "it gets worse" over time. Another member mentioned they "still wake up with a lot of bone pain" even after completing treatment.

The neuropathy in your hands and feet is a common long-term side effect of chemotherapy. Some members report that neuropathy symptoms can actually worsen over time, even years into remission. One member noted, "I have been in remission since 2016. It seems to get more painful every year." It's good that you're following up with your oncologist. They can help determine if your symptoms are related to:

* Lingering treatment side effects
* Nerve damage from chemotherapy (which can cause pain and muscle issues)
* Other factors that need investigation

Your healthcare team may recommend pain management options, including medications or other strategies. As much as 95 percent of cancer-related pain can be treated, so there are options available to help improve your quality of life.

Keep communicating with your medical team about how these symptoms affect your daily activities, as this information helps them provide better care.

February 13

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