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long-term effects of chemotherapy
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long-term effects of chemotherapy
by starrmark, Jun 09, 2005 12:00AM
I am 13 years out of BC. I took an agressive chemo followed by radiation.
Over the past several years, I have been aware of increased immune suppression. I get sick faster and it lasts longer. I also become fatigued under what used to be a normal routine.
Are any studies being made of truly long-term effects of chemotherapy?
Is this just something I have to live with?
Over the past several years, I have been aware of increased immune suppression. I get sick faster and it lasts longer. I also become fatigued under what used to be a normal routine.
Are any studies being made of truly long-term effects of chemotherapy?
Is this just something I have to live with?
Doctor's Answer
by CCF-RN,MSN-JS, Jun 10, 2005 12:00AM
Dear Starrmark, Research and information regarding long-term effects of chemotherapy is fairly limited. However, as advances are being made in terms of successful treatments and people are living longer after treatment for cancer, consideration of the long-term effects increases. You want to be sure to discuss with your doctor any new or worsening symptoms so they can be evaluated. Also look to your overall health and life-style. Maintaining a healthy weight, exercise, well-balanced diet, adequate sleep etc. are ways to improve overall feelings of well-being.
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