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Managing Side Effects

Tips for Feeling Your Best During Treatment for H...
When you are being treated for Hodgkin's disease, you will most likely have side effects. Depending on how advanced your cancer is, you may also have symptoms of the disease. For instance, cancer that has spread can cause symptoms such as pressure or pain, or it may interfere with the function of an organ.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 28, 2005
Tell Your HealthCare Team How You Feel During Tre...
Treating your cancer to get the best results is important. But your quality of life also matters. Let your doctor and nurse know if you are experiencing any side effects or discomfort. Make sure you tell your doctor or nurse how these problems affect your day-to-day life. Your healthcare team is there to help you manage your symptoms as well as to treat your cancer.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 28, 2005
Get Support During Treatment for Hodgkin's Disease
Dealing with your feelings is often easier as you learn more about Hodgkin's disease and get support from others. Doctors, nurses, and other members of your healthcare team can answer your questions. Talking with friends and family or others who have had cancer can help. Meeting with a social worker, counselor, or member of the clergy may also help. Many people with cancer attend support groups where they share what they have learned about cancer and its treatments. Here are some options for finding support.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 28, 2005
Do What You Can to Ease Side Effects from Treatme...
Here are some common side effects from treatment for Hodgkin's disease and how to ease them. You may not have all of these. We've listed them in alphabetical order so that you can find help when you need it.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Radiation Therapy: Resources to Help
Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to treat your cancer. From the moment you found out you had cancer, you most likely have had questions about treatment. You are not facing cancer treatment alone. Loved ones, support groups, and counseling can help you. Keep a list of any questions you have for your radiation therapy team. Ask these questions during your visits, or call if you need to. And use the resources below for information.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Radiation Therapy: Managing Side Effects
Having side effects of radiation therapy does not mean that your cancer is getting worse or that therapy isn't working.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Skin Care During Radiation Therapy
TIP: Ask a family member or friend to give you some help applying lotion in hard-to-reach spots.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Oncology: Managing Fatigue
Fatigue is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It can be caused by worry, lack of sleep, and poor appetite. Fatigue can also be a sign of anemia (a shortage of red blood cells). This could require medical treatment. The tips below can help you feel better.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Understanding Anemia (during chemotherapy)
Chemotherapy can reduce the number of red blood cells in your body. When you have too few of these cells, anemia can result. Anemia has many symptoms. Talk to your health care provider if you have any of the signs listed here. You may need treatment.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Preventing Bleeding During Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy can make your blood less able to clot. This happens because the treatment reduces the number of platelets (clotting agents) in your blood. As a result, your risk of bruising and bleeding increases. To help prevent problem bleeding, use the tips on this handout.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Nutrition During Chemotherapy
During chemotherapy, the energy provided by a healthy diet can help you rebuild normal cells. It can also help you keep up your strength and fight infection. As a result, you may feel better and be more able to cope with side effects. Ask your doctor about your nutrition needs.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Skin Care During Chemotherapy
Minor skin problems are common side effects of chemotherapy. These side effects occur because the treatment affects normal cells as well as cancer cells. To manage these side effects, try the tips on this handout.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Oncology: Coping With Hair Loss
Hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. It occurs because these treatments affect normal cells as well as cancer cells. Not all types of chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause hair loss, but if it does happen, these tips can help.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Oncology: Controlling Nausea and Vomiting
Nausea or vomiting lasts for 24 hours or more You have trouble keeping fluids down
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Oncology: Preventing Infections
Chemotherapy can make your body less able to fight off infection. This happens because treatment reduces the number of white blood cells (infection fighters) in your body. To help prevent infections, try the tips on this handout.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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