General Information – Coping
General Information Going through cancer treatment can be a difficult and painful ordeal. People often experience emotionally draining and physically challenging side effects. Fortunately, most side effects will go away in time and there are ways to learn to deal with them and minimise the disruption to your life.
Managing Side Effects of Radiotherapy – Coping
Radiotherapy for Cancer Managing Radiotherapy Side Effects Common side effects Fatigue During a radiotherapy procedure, your body uses a lot of energy dealing with the effects of radiation on normal cells. Fatigue is the most common side effect of radiotherapy. Repairing damage to normal cells requires energy. Daily trips to the
Managing Side Effects of Chemotherapy – Coping
Chemotherapy Managing Side Effects of Chemotherapy Self-care during chemotherapy Most people are anxious about their treatment: whether or not it will work and how to cope with the possible side effects. It is best to discuss your individual treatment in detail with your doctor. Fear of the unknown
Surgery
Surgery Side effects of surgery will vary depending on the location and complexity of your surgery. Discuss with your doctor to get a clear understanding of what is planned for your surgery. Some common side effects may include the following: Pain It is common to have some pain after
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