My father (86 years old) is a stomach cancer patient  taking oral chemo therapy (Xeloda 500 mg 3 times a day for 15 days - two courses already over). Now his palm and fingers turned black. Is it due to the side effect of this tablet or any other cancer complication is developing ? Pl. guide me.
Good morning. Blackening of palms fingers and soles is a side effect of Melody therapy. It is known as hand foot syn Chat Doctor.  It is a commonly seen side effect and need not worry. As long as thee is no ulceration and peeling of skin it will not cause any harm and treatment need not be discontinued. You can apply some skin emollients and moisturizers to keep skin moist and thus preventing peeling of skin. Regards