These changes grow out over a few months after the treatment has ended. In some cases the drug may cause redness and inflammation in areas which have been treated with radiotherapy . If daunorubicin leaks into the tissue around the vein it can damage the tissue in that area. If you notice any stinging or burning around the vein while the drug is being given, or any leakage of fluid from the cannula site, it is very important that you tell the doctor or chemotherapy nurse. If the area around the injection becomes red or swollen you should either tell the doctor on the ward or, if you are at home, ring the clinic or ward and ask for the doctor or nurse.
Some people have a red flush or itching along the vein while the drug is being given.
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