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Pituitary Cancer : Managing Side Effects

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Managing Side Effects

Pituitary Cancer Treatment Side Effects
After surgery, a person may experience discomfort in the area where the incision was made. A person who has surgery to remove his or her pituitary gland may have to take replacement hormones, which do the work the gland once did. These replacement hormones may cause some side effects.
Source:StayWell
Date:November 23, 2004
Pituitary Cancer: Hormone-Blocking Medications Si...
Side effects of drugs used to block hormones depend on which drugs are used. They can include nausea, dizziness, tiredness, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation, and depression.
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
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
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
Radiation Therapy: Your Daily Life
Radiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. To feel better, get plenty of rest, exercise, and eat well. This will give your body the extra strength it needs right now. Also, look to family and friends for support and comfort.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Oncology: Controlling Constipation
Constipation (difficulty passing stool) is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Constipation can be caused by the medications you are taking. It can also occur if you're not getting enough exercise and nourishment. Fluids are important in managing constipation.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
Oncology: Controlling Diarrhea
Diarrhea (loose stools) is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Diarrhea results when treatment affects the normal cells lining the intestine. To help limit this problem, try the tips on this handout.
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
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: 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
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: Communicating with Others
Now that you are facing treatment for cancer, you may have concerns that you want to share. If you do want to talk, you may not know how to start. These ideas may help.
Source:StayWell
Date:August 14, 2003
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