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Could my foot and ankle swelling be caused from chemotherapy?

Donna Hill Howes, RN
Donna Hill Howes, RN
Family Practitioner
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Chemotherapy can cause swelling in the feet and ankles. It could be due to fluid volume associated with the chemotherapy infusion, or side effects of the chemotherapy itself. Please make sure your physician is aware to rule out other possible reasons for swelling.

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