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9781568061023
This guide is for patients who are receiving chemotherapy for cancer. It describes what to expect during chemotherapy and what you can do to take care of yourself during and after treatment. It is designed to help you become an informed partner in your care. Sections include: understanding chemotherapy; what can I expect during chemotherapy?; dealing with side effects; eating well during chemotherapy; getting the support you need; complementary therapies; paying for chemotherapy; National Cancer Institute information resources; and glossary of the many terms you may hear during chemotherapy. Illustrated.Leonard, Barry is the author of 'Chemotherapy and You: A Guide to Self-Help During Treatment - National Institutes of Health Staff - Paperback' with ISBN 9781568061023 and ISBN 1568061021.
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