silly question

[momdeeco]

This is a silly question and a pretty minor one, but I have had a cold for 2 weeks. Have been on an antibotic (work for a OB/Gyn so he prescribed me it for me), but my cold doesn't seem any better. Do I see my onocologist or my family doc?

[skeetur]

My understanding is that while you are going through treatment, the oncologist is the person to see. Since you are on herception... I'd see the onc.

Skeetur

[Belinda]

My onc says anything that is related to or could be affected by my cancer treatment - see him and the onc nurses. Anything clearly unrelated - he gave the example of a sprained ankle - see my GP.
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[KellyA]

You know, my onc. has handled everything since I've been under his care- to include colds, yeast infections, etc. He even prescribed a med to stop my "out of control period" when my cycle started back up after chemo. I think that he is just more comfortable handling things, and frankly, so am I. Anyways, the minute my reg. doc heard the words "breast cancer" I got the feeling that he was uncomfortable.

Love, Kelly

[mekasan]

I think your onc would want to know about any health problem you are experiencing while in treatment. It will help you recieve consistent care without risking contraindicating treatments.

I personally would not trust any doctor as much as my onc to know what drugs should or should not be given to a person on AC, T, or Herceptin, etc ... New drugs are being offered all the time (herceptin, tykerb, etc), the onc is the one who is most likely to think about and know about any contraindications (even though all drs are supposed to know).

I wasn't sure who to call for health issues that seemed unrelated, however I learned quickly that issues (minor to major)(i.e. rashes, nose bleeds, thumping in my ear, hotflashes, etc) that seem to me to be unrelated may very well be related or at least of interest to your oncologist. Your onc can treat or refer you for treatment for anything you face while under his/her care.

Good luck. Feel better. No one needs a two week cold, especially not while in treatment.

Take Care
Shannon

[Chelee]

My onc makes it quite clear to go to my GP for just about every thing. I don't care what it is...she says go see my primary. If I mentioned a cough or cold like symptoms I know she would sent me to my primary even though it could be related to herceptin or other meds she has me on. I know I certainly get more time and attention from my primary. At least he will exam me and talk to me.

Chelee