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Management of side effects of Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy

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Management of side effects of Chemotherapy & Immunotherapy

United Arab Emirates flagPresented United Arab Emirates by Dr. Hala Abdellatif

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Case Description

The management of side effects associated with chemotherapy and immunotherapy is a critical aspect of cancer care to ensure patients can tolerate and complete their treatment. Chemotherapy commonly causes side effects such as nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and myelosuppression (reduced blood cell...

Case Summary

  • Chemotherapy and immunotherapy patients are frequently monitored by various medical professionals. Common side effects of chemotherapy include nausea, vomiting, myelosuppression, fatigue, oral mucositis, diarrhea or constipation, skin and nail changes, neuropathy, hair loss, and appetite changes.

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Dr. Hala Abdellatif

Dr. Hala Abdellatif

HOD & Specialist Oncologist Mediclinic, AUH

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