Cancer treatments often come with side effects, which can vary depending on the type of treatment and the patient's overall health. Common side effects include:
- Surgery: Pain, infection, and complications related to the removal of organs or tissues. - Radiation Therapy: Fatigue, skin changes, and damage to nearby tissues. - Chemotherapy: Nausea, vomiting, hair loss, fatigue, and increased risk of infections. - Targeted Therapy: Skin rashes, liver problems, and diarrhea. - Immunotherapy: Flu-like symptoms, fatigue, and inflammation. - Hormone Therapy: Hot flashes, mood changes, and loss of libido. - Stem Cell Transplant: Risk of infection, graft-versus-host disease, and organ damage.
