Mefoster Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Husband has not been feeling any better so took him to our oncologist. He just wasn't bouncing back from his chemo this time. They took blood to do a CBC and his hemaglobin was low. They sent us to the hospital to draw more blood to cross type it. Tomorrow we go back to the hospital for 2 units of blood. They say it is a side effect from chemo. Does this sound right? Said it will take between 5 -6 hrs. This stuff is all new to me so any input as always is greatly appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Welthy Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Hemoglobin counts often drop with chemo. Has he been receiving anything like Procrit, Aranesp, etc? Hoping for good results for your hubby to get him back on course. Welthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyW Posted March 13, 2007 Share Posted March 13, 2007 Aranesp and Procrit and Neulasta, as we know are side drugs to combat these side effects. Blood transfusions are common and sfely done in order to raise levels. The time frame is about right. it is about a 1 day thing to have done there. They are very careful in checking to make sure no errors occur, so don't worry. He will have more energy afterwards seeing as how this will elevate red Blood Cell production. Good Luck and Sending Prayers!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrea Posted March 14, 2007 Share Posted March 14, 2007 My mom had that while on chemo and received a blood transfusion once or twice. It was no big deal in the scheme of things, even though I freaked out at first b/c I did not realize it was a common side effect Hang in there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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