Managing Side Effects

Radiation therapy and chemotherapy may cause side effects such as fatigue, hair loss and nausea. It is important to know that these side effects can vary from person to person.

For general information on common treatment side effects, please browse through these links:

Radiation side effects

Chemotherapy side effects

Canadian Cancer Society - Managing Side Effects

For information on specific side effects, use the following links:

• Anemia
• Breast Prostheses
• Common Food Nutrients Charts
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Fatigue
• Fluid Intake
• Hair Loss
• Heartburn, Bloating and Gas
• High Protein, High Calorie Diet
• Hot Flashes
• Low Platelets
• Low White Blood Cells
• Lymphedema
• Managing Cystitis
• Mouth Care
• Nausea and Vomiting
• Pain
• Peripheral Neuropathy
• Photosensitivity
• Recipes
• Sexuality
• Sore Mouth and Swallowing Difficulties
• Taste Changes
• Wigs and Head Coverings