Mary Potter Oncology Emergencies


Office Hours

07:30 - 16:00

After Hours


Doctor on call - Radiotel

Ambulance Services


Casualty Department / Emergency Unit


Life Groenkloof Hospital

Symptoms requiring immediate attention


If you are receiving chemotherapy and experience any of the following symptoms, you should notify your doctor immediately:

  • A single oral temperature of 38⁰C or higher
  • Severe mouth sores or difficulty swallowing
  • Severe diarrhoea or abdominal cramps
  • Severe vomiting or nausea
  • Any bleeding or unusual bruising
  • Severe headaches
  • Any confusion or changes in mental status
  • Chest pain and/or shortness of breath

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