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I have noticed that my feet are swollen and Ive gained 10 pounds while on docetaxel and prednisone. What can be done at this point in time?

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I have noticed that my feet are swollen and Ive gained 10 pounds while on docetaxel and prednisone. What can be done at this point in time?

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Diuretics (water pills), leg elevation, dose reduction, or chemotherapy rest are generally the modalities used. If you have been on lower doses of premedication with dexamethasone, increasing the dose and/or duration of dexamethasone can be helpful. It is important that you carefully monitor your weight during treatment because this can be an early sign of fluid retention.