I’m not sure if anyone can help me? I have just recently finished 12 weeks of Paclitaxel and 2 weeks ago started EC. I wasn’t too bad through the 12 weeks and didn’t have too many side effects. Over the last few days I have developed tingling to the soles of my feet. I wasn’t aware of the cold socks but I would have definitely wore them if I had known. Do you think it’s too late for me to start wearing them now with the EC? Is there anything else you would recommend other than talking to my oncology team to stop the neuropathy from getting any worse in my feet?
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Hi @cwtch welcome to the forum. I’m assuming you are in Wales or are Welsh with your user name. I live on the border near Bristol.
I had Paclitaxel and had some neuropathy but not enough for the oncology team to be worried. The units couldn’t accommodate cold packs/socks/slippers so I used them at home after treatment and the next day. Cold therapy may help with your ongoing issues but I think you would need to talk to your team or call the BCN nurses on 0808 8006000 for advice.
I had some ice packs for my hands but bought a couple more as they defrost quite quickly and some cold/freezer slippers from Amazon as recommended by the nail course on www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org.uk
I see you have already post a question to the nurses. They will hopefully reply soon, although it may be quicker to call and discuss it.
Hi, thanks for all of that. Hopefully they will reply soon 
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Hi cwtch.
I hope its not peripheral neuropathy. I thought i had it after doxytaxel, that is until i trod on a pet pellet which i felt. I still have very dry soles of my feet, as i have to wear compression sox. but in the interim i massaged my feet with a tennis ball, ie i rolled it under my foot. I do have regular cold foot baths when my feet get hot. One idea is for you to visit a podiatrist, as their treatment might help you confirm any suspicions. I direct you on this course because if you do have PN, then it will affect your ability to Drive. ie its a notifiable condition. Good luck, positive thoughts, Moonsox