Patient Question
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What are the potential lasting effects that can arise from undergoing radiation therapy?
Answered by Dr. Amit Ghimire
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Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.
The long-term side effects resulting from radiation therapy include the following: Brain: fatigue, hair loss, memory or concentration problems. Breast: skin changes, swelling, or edema. Chest: throat problems, cough, shortness of breath. Stomach and Abdomen: nausea and vomiting, diarrhea. Pelvis: urinary problems, sexual problems, fertility problems.
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