Introduction

Side Effects

Cancer therapy involves a large number of different drugs and treatments. Some of these treatments use potent medications and therapies that are taxing to the body. As a result, some people may experience one or more of these less common side effects, in addition to the ones most often seen.

Bloodflow Problems
o Blood Clots
o Bruising and Bleeding
o Superior Vena Cava Syndrome
Blood Test Abnormalities
o Electrolyte Imbalance
o Hypercalcemia
o Tumor Lysis Syndrome
Cold or Flu Illness
o Common Cold
o Cough
o Flulike Syndrome
Gastrointestinal Complications
o Abdominal Pains
o Constipation
o Diarrhea
o Heartburn
Mental/Emotional Problems
o Anxiety
o Forgetfulness
o Posttraumatic Stress
Nervous System Problems
o Confusion/Delirium
o Dizziness
o Numbness and Tingling
o Seizures
Nutritional Issues
o Dry Mouth
o Poor Appetite
o Taste Changes
Organ Problems
o Allergic Reaction
o Bladder
o Bone Pain
o Eyes
o Ears/Hearing
o Heartburn
o Kidney
o Liver
o Lung
Sexual Issues
o Impotence
o Vaginal Dryness
Skin Reactions
o Dry Skin
o Flushing
o Hand-foot Syndrome
o Hyperpigmentation
o Injection Site Reaction
o Itching
o Photosensitivity
o Radiation Recall
o Rash
Swelling
o Lymphedema
o Water Retention
Weight Changes
o Weight Gain
o Weight Loss

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