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Melstone, MT

I have increased nasal drainage and a wet cough.

March 12
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Members confirmed that increased nasal drainage and wet cough can indeed be side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, with several sharing... Read more

Members confirmed that increased nasal drainage and wet cough can indeed be side effects of chemotherapy and radiation, with several sharing that their doctors attributed these symptoms directly to their treatments. Many community members described experiencing similar issues, including thick mucus, productive coughs, chest congestion, and sudden nasal drainage, with one member finding relief by taking Robitussin before bed to manage nighttime coughing. A recurring theme was reassurance that these symptoms do improve over time once treatment is completed, along with encouragement to discuss persistent respiratory symptoms with an oncologist to rule out infection given the compromised immune system during treatment.

A MyLungCancerTeam Member

It does lessen or eventually go away.

March 25
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

No it was not. Cough is being caused by radiation according to my DR and it is a lot better since I completed that portion of my treatment.

March 25
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Was Pneumonia part oof your diagnosis? During chemo its important to remember your immune system is very compromised making you easily subject to respiratory infections. Definateĺy speak withcyour Oncologist/Hemotologist.

March 25
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

Me too! Sometimes my nose starts running like a river! Glad it’s not just me!

March 21
A MyLungCancerTeam Member

I had loose congestion and a productive cough during and for a while after chemo. I could feel gurgling in my upper chest when I would lay down. The repetitive coughing kept me and my wife awake. I started drinking a large dose of Robitussin an hour before bed time. I actually used the cheaper, Walmart Equate 'Tussin'. It did seem to help. That and trying to cough up and spit out all I could immediately before laying down.

March 15

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