Cancer treatment has advanced rapidly in recent years, offering patients more hope and better outcomes. Yet, alongside these breakthroughs, side effects remain a major challenge. From fatigue and nausea to skin problems and immune changes, therapies like chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and radiation often take a toll on the body.
Understanding these effects and knowing how to manage them can make the treatment journey smoother and more tolerable.
What Doctors Say About Side Effects
“ Chemotherapy is a drug used to kill cancer cells, but it also affects other rapidly dividing cells in the body, such as hair, skin, and those lining the stomach and intestines. This can result in fatigue, infections, hair loss, appetite changes, and even neuropathy," explained Dr. Sunny Jain, Sr. Consultant