Chapter 7: Cancer Treatment Flashcards
In general, what types of cells are eliminated by chemotherapy?
Cells that divide frequently
What types of normal cells are also affected by chemotherapy? Why?
Mouth, skin, hair, bone marrow, digestive tract, kidneys, bladder, lungs, nervous system and reproductive system. Because they divide rapidly.
What are some common side effects of chemotherapy?
1) Anemia
2) Constipation
3) Depression
4) Diarrhea
6) Fatigue
7) Hair loss
8) Infection
9) Loss of appetite
10) Nausea and vomiting
11) Sexual problems
Hair loss
alopecia
Loss of appetite and inability to eat
anorexia
What sorts of sexual problems can chemo cause in men?
1) Affects sperm cells
2) Temporary or permanent infertility
What sorts of sexual problems can chemo cause in women?
1) Irregular periods
2) Vaginal infections
3) Menopause-like symptoms
Condition of having too few RBCs to adequately oxygenate the body’s tissues.
anemia