Side Effect Management
Patients With Cancer Should ‘Keep Moving Through Treatment’ to Potentially Mitigate Side Effects
Exercising during and after cancer treatment remains important for patients and building up endurance over time can help make goals less daunting, an expert said.
Side Effects From Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors May Increase Hospitalizations, Cost for Patients With Bladder, Liver, Lung or Skin Cancer
Patients who experience side effects due to immune checkpoint inhibitors are 80% more likely to go to the emergency room and have 30% higher monthly medical costs, compared to patients who did not have side effects.
FDA’s New Recommendations on Risk of Breast Implants an ‘Enormous Step Forward’ For Patients With Breast Cancer
The FDA’s recommendations are aimed at helping individuals and patients with breast cancer make better informed decisions about the decision to receive breast implants, according to experts.
Medical Marijuana Use May Aid in Breast Cancer Symptom Management
Patients with breast cancer are turning to medical marijuana to manage symptoms of their disease and treatment, although conversation with health care teams are not occurring as often.
Nighttime Compression Demonstrates ‘Amazing Results’ for Patients With Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema
Lymphedema can cause swelling, discomfort and body image issues for patients with breast cancer, but nighttime compression may help reduce the effects of the complication.
The Power of the Immune System: New Treatment for Painful Blood Cancer Side Effect
A new T-cell therapy can be highly effective in treating BKV-associated hemorrhagic cystitis while minimizing side effects.
Dentist Offers 5 Oral Health Tips for Patients With Cancer
After being diagnosed with cancer, patients should see their dentist as soon as possible, explained Dr. Susan Calderbank.
Effects of Early Menopause From Cancer Treatment May Be Eased With Hormone Replacement Therapy
Side effects from early-onset menopause from medical treatments may be mitigated with hormone replacement therapy.
Find a Competent Care Team to Discuss Cannabis in Cancer Care
Cannabis is becoming more widely used than ever in patients with cancer, though it is important to find reliable information, says an expert from the American Cannabis Nurses Association.
It’s Not Laziness, It’s Chemo Fatigue
Chemotherapy-related fatigue is a real and often debilitating side effect from cancer treatment.