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has anyone damaged their spleen due to neopogen? i understand that's a potential side effect. i've had horrible violent vomiting the last 3 shots, doc is now taking me off. i now feel like someone has punched me on my left side, feels like it's bruised, pain just never stops, can't even sit straight. see my doc mon, just not sure if i should wait.
Posted on 11/17/07, 08:32 am
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Reply #1 - 11/17/07  9:45am
" Im on neupagin and have been for over 5 months. I didnt no it could cause spleen damage. I havent had any problems with it but Im sure Im not out of the woods yet.I know it makes my joints and bones hurt real bad at times, thats the only pain I get from the shots. Im sorry your in so much pain. I hope it goes well with your Dr Mon. Let me know what happens. Peace and love "
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Reply #2 - 11/17/07  11:32am
" If your still having vomiting I would NOT wait to see the doc on Monday !!! just to be on the safe side!!! I'm not sure about the spleen and meds tho ...sorry !!! hope you get to feeling better tho...hugs...Janet "
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Reply #3 - 11/17/07  12:22pm
" i do not know what neopagin is, but i would see you doc soon! hope you feel better! "
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Reply #4 - 11/17/07  6:57pm
" Oh my goodness Carol. You are really going thru it. I hope you feel better. Peace and a pain free weekend dear. "

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