Radiation therapy side effects: 5 tips to cope
Like many types of cancer treatment, radiation therapy can cause side effects and have a profound impact on patients. Many of my patients suffer from lack of sleep, malnutrition, fatigue and skin irritation, and some aren’t quite sure how to cope.
The good news is that there are some things you can do to ease the side effects of radiation therapy and maintain your health and sanity. Here’s what I recommend.
Get enough sleep...
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