night sweats 6 wks post treatment

[Johns wife]

Hi,

My husband was treated with 4 cycles of BEP. Last treatment was 9/19. Had CT and PET scan on 10/10 showing no cancer activity. The last 4 nights he has had bed drenching night sweats. Anyone else experience this? I've heard of night sweats during treatment, but not after.

Many thanks!

[clyde_on]

if this helps

I have been having the strangest dreams. My mind will not rest even when I sleep I still feel like I am awake.
Your hubby has been through a lot and it may take time.
That's just a guess though.

Ask the MED ONC , I am sure a simple phone call will put you at ease or give you the answer you are looking for.

[djmac]

Hi Clyde On,

I've experienced the same thing you described. I think that its a combination of having your mortality challenged, primal fear, and lingering effects from general anaesthesia. Apparently it can take a week or two for that stuff to get out of your system. I suspect that the weird dreams continue to perpetuate themselves for some time after that.

Man, some have been freaky...

djm

[Johns wife]

more info

My husband went in for labwork and apparently his LDH is slightly elevated. Previously 210, currently 270. Will retest next week. Any advice?

[Scott]

Isn't that in normal range? LDH isn't specific to testicular cancer; it's an indicator of cell damage. I wouldn't be too worried.