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Coping
Skin care: When radiation treatments are given to internal organs, a skin reaction might result in the treated area only. The site being treated and the amount of radiation given will determine the kind of skin changes you experience, if any. Read more
Fatigue: Most patients receiving radiation therapy do not feel fatigue. Some patients do. Your radiation treatments may cause you to feel tired. Read more
Nausea: Radiation treatment may cause nausea (a sensation often leading to the urge to vomit). If nausea occurs, it usually happens from two to six hours after your treatment and lasts about two hours. Read more
Diarrhea: As the Radiation Oncologist explained, diarrhea can occur two to three weeks after the treatment begins. Diarrhea can cause malnutrition as well as fluid and electrolyte imbalance. For these reasons, it is very important to keep diarrhea under control. Read more
Constipation: If you have been taking narcotic pain medications on a regular basis, you may have problems with constipation because narcotics slow down the activity of the bowel. Read more
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Chemotherapy and You
Information about what to expect during chemotherapy and what patients can do to take care of themselves during and after treatment.
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Radiation Therapy and You
Information about what to expect during radiation therapy, including the general effects of treatment and how to deal with specific side effects.
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