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A quick look at common side effects of cancer therapy and why understanding them matters in patient care.

WHY SIDE EFFECTS OCCUR

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MOST COMMONLY REPORTED ISSUES

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IMPACT ON DAILY LIFE

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DIGESTIVE SYSTEM CHANGES

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CHANGES IN PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

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IMMUNE AND BLOOD-RELATED EFFECTS

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NEWER THERAPIES AND UNIQUE SIDE EFFECTS

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CANCER TREATMENT SIDE EFFECTS: REPORTED ISSUES

WHY SIDE EFFECTS OCCUR

Cancer treatments damage cancer cells but can also harm healthy cells, especially fast-growing ones, leading to fatigue, nausea, hair loss, and immune changes.

MOST COMMONLY REPORTED ISSUES

Fatigue affects up to 80% of patients, nausea and vomiting over 70%, and hair loss about 65%, making symptom management crucial for care.

IMPACT ON DAILY LIFE

Side effects can affect physical function, emotional health, appearance, and social interaction, often leading to isolation or anxiety.

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM CHANGES

Chemotherapy may cause nausea, vomiting, and appetite loss. Small meals, fluids, anti-nausea medication, and dietary adjustments help reduce symptoms.

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CHANGES IN PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Hair loss, skin changes, and nail brittleness are common. Supportive care, wigs, scalp cooling, moisturisers, helps patients maintain confidence.

IMMUNE AND BLOOD-RELATED EFFECTS

Anemia and thrombocytopenia may cause exhaustion, breathlessness, and bleeding risks. Close monitoring, transfusions, and medication may be required.

NEWER THERAPIES AND UNIQUE SIDE EFFECTS

Targeted therapy and immunotherapy can trigger neuropathy, cognitive changes, eye toxicity, or infusion reactions, requiring personalized follow-up.

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