Hi, I'm sorry to hear about your cancer. I hope your treatment is going well and that your outlook is good. It's normal to be scared. I think we all are of the unknown. The side effects of chemo and the risks will vary from between chemotherapy treatments and also between person to person. There are lots of variables here. If you have an elevated temperature or you are feeling unwell, check your temperature with a thermometer. If it is high, go to hospital and get checked out.   When I was receiving treatment I received 12 rounds of chemo. After round 11 I was feeling a bit hot, but otherwise I felt quite well.  I checked my temperature and it was a little high.  I called the centre who had been treating me and they advised me to go to the local ED as it was Friday night. They treated me with an invtravenous injection of antibiotics and I was released home the next day.   Don't ignore and be vigilant of your symptoms and you will be just fine.   Best of luck. -sch ... View more