The side effects of cancer treatment

Unveiling the Best Skincare for Cancer Patients

Skin changes in cancer treatment Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy are known to cause several side effects, including changes in the skin. These treatments can make the...

What is the main cause of anaemia?

What is Anaemia? Anaemia is a common blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, of all ages and genders. It can be caused by a variety of factors, including dietary deficiencies, c...

What to say to someone with cancer

What Do Cancer Patients Want to Hear? Cancer is a difficult and emotional journey for those who are diagnosed and their loved ones. It can be hard to know what to say or do when someone you care a...

What to send a cancer patient as a gift?

What Should Be Included in a Cancer Care Package? Cancer is a devastating diagnosis that can leave those affected feeling overwhelmed and alone. A cancer care package can be a thoughtful way to sh...

Chemotherapy Induced Nausea and Vomiting: Causes and Nausea Treatment

Explore essential strategies and understand why chemo makes us sick, how long does nausea last after chemo and nausea tips on easing the most common side effect of chemotherapy.

What happens if you have anaemia?

What is Anaemia? Anaemia is a common blood disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when your body doesn't have enough red blood cells or haemoglobin, the substance in your re...

What can be done to manage swallowing difficulties during radiotherapy

Can dysphagia be cured? Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing. You may experience this side effect caused by the tumour itself or as a side effect of radiotherapy to the head, ne...

what you need to know about radiotherapy side effects

What does radiation do to your body? During  radiotherapy your cells are damaged by destroying the genetic material that controls how cells grow and divide. The damage can occur to healthy...

What you need to know about chemo side effects

Why does chemo make you sick? Despite being a key part of cancer treatment, Chemotherapy  can have a wide range of side effects that can affect cancer patients before as well as after. Because che...

An explanation of peripheral neuropathy - nerve damage & the meaning of neuropathy

What is Peripheral neuropathy? Peripheral neuropathy is damage to the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. These nerves carry sensations to the brain and control the movement of our arms, leg...