What Are the Types of Nausea Experienced by Cancer Patients?
Cancer patients may experience several types of nausea: - Acute Nausea: Occurs within the first 24 hours of chemotherapy. - Delayed Nausea: Manifests after 24 hours and can last up to a week. - Anticipatory Nausea: Occurs before treatment, triggered by the expectation of nausea. - Breakthrough Nausea: Happens despite prophylactic treatment and requires additional intervention.