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September 28, 2023
Does doxorubicin deserve its ‘red devil’ reputation?Doxorubicin is sometimes called the “red devil chemo” both because of its distinctive color and because it may cause serious side effects.
September 12, 2023
Managing prostate cancer side effects with supportive therapyProstate cancer treatments don’t just have the potential to affect sexual functioning. They may cause other issues that may require supportive care.
August 24, 2023
How long does chemo brain last and how can it be managed?Some cancer patients may experience a mental fogginess or cognitive difficulties once they begin their treatment.
June 22, 2023
Your lymphedema search questions asked and answeredWith lymphedema, lymph fluid, which carries waste, dead cells and bacteria back into the bloodstream, builds up in areas where the lymph nodes have been damaged, either by cancer treatment or the disease itself.
June 15, 2023
Cancer Fighter: ‘Everything I went through will help the person coming behind me.’After battling through devastating personal circumstances and difficult treatments for breast cancer, Onjalai Brown now uses her experiences to inspire others.
March 28, 2023
How does cancer-related fatigue differ from normal tiredness?The American Cancer Society says that between 80 and 100 percent of cancer patients report experiencing fatigue beyond what they may consider normal tiredness.
March 14, 2023
5 Supplements for Cancer Treatment Side EffectsSupplements often lack rigorous clinical trials backing up claims of their effectiveness, so it’s important to work with your health care providers, before taking supplements.
December 15, 2022
Tips for cancer patients who need to travel with oxygenWhether the oxygen comes from a compressed tank, liquid oxygen units or a portable concentrator, requiring an oxygen supply may make travel a challenge.
May 18, 2022
From the belly to the brain: How your gut plays a role in ‘chemo brain’ symptomsThe bacteria that swim in your colon may be altered in ways that impair your memory or thinking abilities, make you depressed or cause insomnia.
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