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Side effects of cancer treatments: How do you manage them?

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Hello everyone,

Cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapies often come with challenging side effects that can be tough to handle in daily life. Fatigue, hair loss, nausea, and even cognitive issues are just a few of the difficulties many people face.

What side effects have you personally experienced, and how have you managed to overcome them? Do you have any tips for easing these effects (natural remedies, psychological support, calming activities)?

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We know how important it is to share advice that can make day-to-day life a little easier for those going through these challenges, so looking forward to reading your stories and helpful tips!

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Somya from the Carenity team 🌼

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I am quite lucky, I have been on wait and watch since my diagnosis of Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma 5 years ago, I have had no side effects from any treatment

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Side effects of cancer treatments: How do you manage them? https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-cancer/side-effects-of-cancer-treatments-how-do-you-manage-them-5413 2024-09-30 12:09:12

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I have MPN / MDS unclassified blood cancer, and when the drs put me on Hydroxyurea, I found fatigue a major problem, which I could only cope with by pacing myself doing anything even slightly strenuous

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Side effects of cancer treatments: How do you manage them? https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-cancer/side-effects-of-cancer-treatments-how-do-you-manage-them-5413 2024-09-30 21:39:49

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Hello everyone,

side effects from cancer treatment can be difficult to cope with, and they may affect daily life in many different ways.

What side effects have been the hardest for you?
How do you manage them day to day?
And is there anything that has helped you feel a little better along the way?

Please feel free to share your experience with the other members. 💛

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team 🌼

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Side effects of cancer treatments: How do you manage them? https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-cancer/side-effects-of-cancer-treatments-how-do-you-manage-them-5413 2026-05-12 17:08:06

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