Cumulative Side Effects of Chemotherapy
Hi, I have had surgery for BC in left breast and lymph nodes which has been follwed by chemotherapy. I completed my last session last Tuesday and have found the side effects this time very intense. ...
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Hi Violet123 - hope those side effects have eased for you, such alot to manage for you while going through treatment.
Noticed your next steps mention radiotherapy and hormone block therapy, therefore hope you don't mind me jumping in to share further resources for the next treatment stages:
Radiotherapy
- My Journey article Radiotherapy for early breast cancer
- BCNA Webcast The role of radiotherapy in the treatment of DCIS and early breast cancer – You can watch this webcast which explores the use for radiotherapy including the benefits for the treatment of DCIS and early breast cancer, current and emerging techniques of radiotherapy delivery, the planning process and the factors that influence delivery, side effects and ways to manage them, follow up care and the costs associated with treatment.
- Cancer Council’s https://www.cancer.org.au/assets/pdf/understanding-radiation-therapy-booklet which is a guide for people with cancer, their families and friends.
Hormone Blocking therapy:
- My Journey article Hormone Blocking Therapy
- Watch the Ask the Expert: Managing side effects of hormone blocking treatment with Dr Michelle White webcast
- Watch the Ask the Expert: Menopause - It's more than a hot flush! webcast
Glad you have found our wonderful, supportive community!