My mother 69yrs,underwent Mastectomy on right breat on 17-11-12. Still her drain pipes are on Fter 3 weeks the fluid came down to 35ml and yesterday went up to 60ml. Her tumor is a triple negative with 1.8cm size with out involvement of any lymph nodes. She is a diabetic having minor herat related problems too. Oncologist suggests for 4 -6 cycles of Chemo@3weeks witChatDoctorbination of Paclitaxel and Epirubicin . My question is whether we can start Chemo with drain fluids still around 40ml/day.Whether the Chemo drugs combination prescribed by the doctor is good. I want a frank second opinion.
Hi, Your mother has got post surgery complications. Her background medical problem of diabetes may be the cause. Triple negative breast cancer has got bad prognosis. Chemo has to be started early. Choice of chemo is perfect as epirubicin is cardio safe. Infection to be controlled aggressively and chemo to be given. Consult your oncologist.