Side Effects
Understanding and managing the side effects of cancer and its treatment.
Side Effects
Anemia and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of anemia during cancer treatment—what it is, its signs, why it happens, and ways to manage it—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
5 min read · Beginner
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Bleeding and Bruising (Thrombocytopenia) and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of bleeding and bruising during cancer treatment—how low platelets cause it, warning signs to call about, and ways to prevent it—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
5 min read · Beginner
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Chemo Brain: Memory and Concentration Problems
A plain-language explanation of memory and concentration problems during cancer treatment—often called chemo brain—and ways to manage them, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
4 min read · Beginner
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Constipation and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language look at why constipation happens during cancer treatment and the ways people can prevent and relieve it, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
6 min read · Beginner
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Diarrhea and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of why diarrhea happens during cancer treatment, how it is managed, and when to call your team, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
7 min read · Beginner
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Fatigue and Cancer
A plain-language explanation of cancer-related fatigue—what causes it, how it differs from ordinary tiredness, and ways to manage it—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
7 min read · Beginner
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Hair Loss (Alopecia) and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language guide to hair loss during cancer treatment—why it happens, how to care for your scalp, and when hair usually grows back—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
5 min read · Beginner
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Infection and Neutropenia During Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of infection and neutropenia during cancer treatment—why the risk goes up, the signs to watch for, and ways to prevent infection—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
6 min read · Beginner
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Lymphedema and Cancer
A plain-language explanation of lymphedema—swelling from a buildup of lymph fluid—including its causes, signs, diagnosis, treatment, and ways to lower your risk, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
8 min read · Intermediate
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Mouth and Throat Problems and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of mouth and throat problems during cancer treatment—what causes them, which problems may occur, and ways to prevent and manage them—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
6 min read · Beginner
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Nausea and Vomiting and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of nausea and vomiting during cancer treatment—what causes them, the medicines that prevent them, and eating and comfort tips—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
7 min read · Beginner
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Pain and Cancer
A plain-language guide to cancer-related pain—what causes it, how a pain control plan works, the types of pain medicine, and non-drug approaches—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
8 min read · Intermediate
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Peripheral Neuropathy and Cancer Treatment
A plain-language explanation of peripheral neuropathy—nerve problems such as tingling and numbness in the hands and feet that some cancer treatments can cause—based on National Cancer Institute resources.
6 min read · Beginner
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Side Effects of Cancer Treatment
A plain-language overview of why cancer and its treatment cause side effects, and why speaking up helps your team manage them, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
5 min read · Beginner
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Skin and Nail Changes During Cancer Treatment
A plain-language guide to skin and nail side effects of cancer treatment—like dryness, rash, and nail problems—and gentle ways to manage them, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
7 min read · Beginner
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Sleep Problems in People With Cancer
A plain-language look at why sleep problems are common during cancer treatment and the steps that can help you rest better, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
6 min read · Beginner
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Weight Changes, Appetite Loss, and Cancer
A plain-language guide to appetite loss, weight loss, weight gain, and malnutrition during cancer treatment, with practical eating tips, based on National Cancer Institute resources.
8 min read · Beginner