Follow-up/Toxicity Flashcards
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What are the common side effects of ADT?
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Side effects of ADT include: hot flashes, decreased libido, fatigue, gynecomastia, anemia, decreased muscle mass, decreased bone mineral density, obesity, mood changes, dyslipidemia, insulin resistance, and possible increased risks for diabetes, coronary artery Dz, and cognitive effects. (Higano CS, Urology 2003; Keating NL et al., JCO 2006)
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What are the common side effects of AA therapy?
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Common side effects of bicalutamide, the most commonly prescribed AA d/t its favorable toxicity profile, include breast tenderness and gynecomastia, decreased libido, diarrhea, and potential hepatotoxicity.
