Despite a slew of new targeted treatments and immunotherapies, chemotherapy remains a mainstay of cancer treatment. Unfortunately, so do the adverse side effects that go with systemic — or system-wide ...

Investigators evaluated the long-term impact of taxane chemotherapy on patient-reported neuropathy, balance problems, and falls among older breast cancer survivors.

Chemotherapy is a word that can evoke a whirlwind of emotions. For many, it represents hope, a powerful tool against the relentless tide of cancer. But it also carries with it a series of side effects ...

When starting chemotherapy, I was expecting hair and weight loss, but was caught off guard when my mouth began to hurt. During the TEACH session with a nurse before I began treatment, she gave me a ...

Chemotherapy is a powerful treatment used to fight cancer cells. While highly effective, it can also cause side effects as it targets rapidly dividing cells throughout the body. Understanding these ...

During active cancer treatment, patients face many smaller battles on the path to remission. One of those lesser-known struggles is a condition known as chemo mouth, a painful side effect of ...

Gelclair is designed to manage oral mucositis pain by coating and protecting the oral mucosa, aiding in healing and reducing severity. Oral mucositis affects 40% of chemotherapy patients and 90% of ...

Chemotherapy may lead to tooth decay or infections by weakening the immune system and slowing down the regeneration of oral cells. Side effects are usually short term, and practicing oral hygiene may ...

Chemotherapy is a common treatment for cancer, but it can also cause side effects. Following are some of the most common chemotherapy side effects, with tips for managing them: • Nausea and vomiting: ...

It's well-known that chemotherapy often comes with side effects like fatigue, hair loss and extreme nausea. What's less well-known is how the cancer treatment affects crucial brain functions, like ...

Known scientifically as Synsepalum dulcificum, this fruit is commonly called the ‘miracle fruit’ because of its remarkable effect on taste buds — particularly for patients undergoing chemotherapy. CBS ...

Outcomes of Patients With Rare Cancers Treated With Combination Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors With and Without Previous Anti–PD-1/L1 Exposure: National Cancer Institute/SWOG S1609 Surveys were ...