What stage of cancer causes fever?
My friend's mother has been having fevers for a while and they suspect it might be related to her cancer. Which stage of cancer usually causes fever? Does it mean the cancer is spreading?
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5 months ago
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Fever can happen at any stage, sometimes even as an early sign in blood cancers or due to infections during treatment when immunity is low. Just like I do regular blood tests for my thyroid, cancer patients need continuous monitoring. Please consult their doctor and get a complete blood count done.
3 months ago
Fever should never be ignored in a cancer patient, whether it is stage 1 or stage 4. When my father was recovering, even a mild fever turned into a serious infection very quickly. Please contact the oncologist immediately to rule out any dangerous complications.
5 months ago
I was reading about this recently and actually, fever can happen in early stages for lymphoma, but in other cancers, it mostly happens in advanced stages or due to low immunity from treatment. It is really hard to pinpoint just by the fever itself. Better to let the specialists handle this one.
5 months ago
Hey there! Fever can show up at any stage, especially if the body is fighting an infection or reacting to chemo therapies. Keep a thermometer handy, note down the readings, and share them with the doctor. Stay strong and positive!
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Consult a radiation oncologist
yrs exp
5 months ago
In our times we used to try kadha for normal fevers, but with cancer, things are different. A fever can occur at any stage, often because the body's defense system is weak. Do not try any home remedies here; directly inform your doctor.
5 months ago
Fever is just the body's way of signaling that it is fighting something, and it can happen at any point in this difficult journey. Please keep your spirits high and seek medical help right away. Taking timely action and keeping faith will help you navigate this.