Long-term Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

You’ve done what you set out to do: achieve cancer remission. But sometimes treatment can have a lingering effect. Learn about some long-term effects of cancer treatment so you are prepared to discuss it with your healthcare team.

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  • Late Side Effects of Cancer Treatment
    Source: National Cancer Institute
    For some people, side effects of treatment might not show up for months or years after treatment is finished. Here is a list of potential late side effects from the NCI, and the next time you see your doctor, you should talk about which late side effects are relevant to you.
  • ‪After Treatment Ends: Tools for the Adult Cancer Survivor
    Source: CancerCare
    Today, more people are living with and beyond cancer. Learn more about managing the physical side effects, finding emotional and spiritual support, managing finances, common questions about life after treatment, and more.

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