Radiation Therapy and You: Support for People with Cancer

by National Cancer Institute (U.S.), National Institute of Health (U.S.) (Editor)

Overview

Radiation Therapy and You is a booklet for people who are undergoing radiation therapy for cancer. It explains the different types of radiation therapy and what you can expect during treatment. It also explains which side effects you may have depending on the part of your body being treated and suggests tips for managing them.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780160947582
Publisher:	U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services
Publication date:	07/18/2018
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	37
Sales rank:	262,038
File size:	4 MB
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is the federal government's principal agency for cancer research and training. NCI leads, conducts, and supports cancer research across the nation to advance scientific knowledge and help all people live longer, healthier lives. NCI is part of the National Institutes of Health, the nation's medical research agency and a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers about Radiation Therapy
External Beam Radiation Therapy
Internal Radiation Therapy
Radiation Therapy Side Effects
     Treatment Areas and Possible Side Effects
     Ways to Manage Side Effects
          Diarrhea
          Fatigue
          Hair Loss
          Mouth Changes
          Nausea and Vomiting
          Sexual and Fertility Changes
          Skin Changes
          Throat Changes
          Urinary and Bladder Changes
           Late Effects
Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Nurse
Lists of Foods and Liquids
     Clear Liquids
     Low-Fiber Foods
     Foods and Drinks that Are High in Calories or Protein
     Foods and Drinks that Are Easy on the Stomach