KarHart Posted March 23, 2005 Share Posted March 23, 2005 My husband told me last night that he was having pain in his calfs, more in one than the other. Since he has not been active at all I don't think this is muscle strain. I have read about blood clots starting in the calfs, are there other symptoms to look for? Yesterday he threw up in the morning and at night. He went through 4 cycles of chemo and did not get sick once. Hopefully, it is just a bug, but I hope it doesn't keep him from having surgery next week. Tomorrow he goes to Moffitt for a pre-op check. He was taking an aspirin a day, but stopped when we found out he was going to have surgery. Does taking aspirin prevent blood clots? Any suggestions or help would be really appreciated. Thanks. Karen H Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAnn Posted March 23, 2005 Share Posted March 23, 2005 Karen, It could be that your husband was a little dehydrated. When you are vomitting you lose your electrolytes. A lack of potassium can cause leg cramps at night. See if the simple solution would be to eat a banana. It always helps for my cramps. Good luck with the upcoming tests and surgery. TAnn Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted March 23, 2005 Share Posted March 23, 2005 CAll his doctor and tell him what is going on. Could be dehydration, also risk of clots is high with cancer . Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarHart Posted March 23, 2005 Author Share Posted March 23, 2005 I just stopped by our house and he was gone. I couldn't figure it out till I saw one of our bikes missing! He actually rode the bike around the neighborhood. I was just blown away! I guess everything is fine, what a change from yesterday. He even smiled. He will see doctors tomorrow so he should get a good checkup then. Thanks everyone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surveyor Posted March 24, 2005 Share Posted March 24, 2005 An ultrasound will detect blood clots in the legs (a simple procedure). Symptoms: I had swelling and pain in my ankles. Best wishes & good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MommaL Posted March 28, 2005 Share Posted March 28, 2005 Still keep the doctor in touch.....my husband had the blood clots. Also, quinine will help with the cramps... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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