When we see patients prior to their chemo infusion, one thing we always ask about is their side effects. Commonly, chemo causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, decreased appetite, mouth sores or soreness, and weight loss. While we often adjust medications for these symptoms but we have 5 general guidelines that we always recommend that can help people feel better overall.
Read moreUnderstanding your labs: White blood cell count
White blood cells are a part of our immune system. We can measure the white blood cells that are circulating in our blood which can tell us important information, especially when on treatment for cancer. Since blood counts can be hard to understand, we thought we would break down the important items to focus on regarding white blood cell counts.
Read moreChemotherapy and alopecia: What to expect during your treatment
Alopecia is the medical term for hair loss. Chemotherapy induced alopecia is one of the most dreaded and feared side effects associated with chemotherapy. Patients have often told us that it is the one side effect that makes them feel like have cancer. It can be an unpleasant reminder of your illness and it can be an unwanted cue to strangers that you are sick.
Read moreWhat to eat on the day of chemotherapy
What should I eat prior to chemotherapy?
We get many questions from our patients regarding what to eat while receiving treatment. Here are some answers to a few of the questions we receive along with some tips on nutrition and treatment.
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