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My husband had a stem cell transplant in October 2011. For months after he was unable to eat properly, constant vomiting and diarrhea and lost an average of 10 lbs per week. He started at 240 lbs and now it is April and his weight is 160 lbs. He is now in a wheel chair and the nurses have to use a lift to move him from the bed to the wheel chair and vice verse. He has severe cognitive disorder. He was able to use a walker at first but he is gradually becoming weaker as each week passes. He has been in rehab but now he is so weak that they have almost given up on any rehab. The cancer is in remission but what the chemo has done continues to be devastating. He has not been able to use his legs since the 1st part of Febuary 2012. He has trouble naming our children. He is 63 years old, We have private insurance and are not old enough to quailfy for medicare or medicade.
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What has the author Marylin J Dodd written?
Marylin J. Dodd has written: 'Managing side effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy' -- subject(s): Adverse effects, Cancer, Chemotherapy, Complications, Drug therapy, Neoplasms, Nursing, Radiotherapy, Treatment
What is an example of allopathic treatment for Hodgkin's disease?
An example of allopathic treatment for Hodgkin's disease is chemotherapy, which involves the use of drugs to kill cancer cells. This treatment may be used alone or in combination with other therapies such as radiation therapy or stem cell transplantation.
Where can I find more information on the effects of chemotherapy?
You can visit www.cancer.org for more information on chemotherapy side effects.
How is palliative cancer therapy done?
Care can include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, symptomatic treatments resulting from cancer, and side effects of treatment.
How can I minimize the adverse effects of chemotherapy?
You should try and take it easy. Some people find help from medical merijuana. You can also try accupuncture and other alternative therapies like reikie.
Where can I find information about the effects of chemotherapy?
You can find information on the side effects of chemotherapy by visiting www.cancer.org. Talk to your doctor if you are concerned.
Does adverse effects mean positive effects?
No, adverse effects do not mean positive effects. Adverse effects refer to harmful or unintended consequences resulting from a treatment, medication, or intervention, while positive effects indicate beneficial outcomes. The two terms are fundamentally oppositional, with adverse effects highlighting negative impacts.
Can you die of you the chemotherapy is too strong?
Yes, it is possible to die from chemotherapy if the dosage is too strong or if the treatment causes severe side effects. Chemotherapy can lead to life-threatening complications such as infections, organ failure, or severe allergic reactions. Oncologists carefully calculate dosages to balance effectiveness against potential risks, but individual responses can vary significantly. Close monitoring during treatment is essential to manage any adverse effects.
Can babies receive chemotherapy?
yes. Chemotherapy is an internal medication with no adverse side effects to people near the patient.
What has the author Howard D Thames written?
Howard D. Thames has written: 'Fractionation in radiotherapy' -- subject(s): Adverse effects, Dosage, Etiology, Radiation, Radiation injuries, Radiotherapy, Radiotherapy Dosage
How dangerous are the effects of chemotherapy?
The effects of chemotherapy can be very dangerous. Some of the side effects include infection, dehydration, blood in the urine, and blood clots, and a condition called Thrombocytopenia.
What is main difference between treating cancer with radiation therapy or with chemotherapy?
The biggest difference is that chemotherapy is a chemical that is infused into the venous system, therefor, it is systemic (or affects your entire body). Radiation is local (or it can be aimed a just one certain spot to target a tumor). Different types of cancer respond to one better than the other, and some to both. They also can have very different side effects.
