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More ways to contact usThere are many different side effects of chemotherapy. But it's unlikely you'll experience them all, and there are ways to cope with them.
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There are many possible side effects to chemotherapy treatment, but they can be reduced. There are practical ways to manage them.
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Chemo brain describes changes in memory, concentration and the ability to think clearly. These changes can sometimes happen during or after cancer treatment.
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Chemotherapy can affect your sex life. There are different things that may be able to help.
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Chemotherapy can affect your fertility. If this is a concern for you, it’s very important to discuss it with your doctor before treatment.
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You may be able to carry on with some of the things you usually do in your everyday life during chemotherapy.
Order booklets or audio CDs about chemotherapy. It includes how it works, having treatment and how it might affect you.
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