Chemotherapy
Young cancer survivors age faster
Young cancer survivors age faster Young cancer survivors age faster than their peers who did not have cancer, according to a new study published in Nature Communications. The study found that accelerated aging occurs both at the cellular level and in brain function, such as memory, attention, and ability to process information. Cancer survivors may […]
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Can diet and exercise cut chemo side effects?
Can diet and exercise cut chemo side effects? Diet and exercise programs can help minimize chemotherapy side effects and increase treatment retention, according to new research. A virtual diet and exercise program was found to be feasible and effective in reducing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, pain, fatigue, and constipation in patients receiving standard chemotherapy […]
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‘Shampoo’ could protect against hair loss during chemo
‘Shampoo’ could protect against hair loss during chemo Researchers at Michigan State University have developed a shampoo-like gel that could protect hair from falling out during chemotherapy treatment. The gel, containing lidocaine and adrenalone, restricts blood flow to the scalp, preventing most of the chemotherapy drugs from reaching the hair follicles and causing hair loss. […]
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Spit test could flag risk of chemo side effects
Spit test could flag risk of chemo side effects A new saliva test using artificial intelligence algorithms may help identify cancer patients at high risk for severe side effects from chemotherapy drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU). About 1 in 3 people has a reduced ability to process 5-FU, which can lead to toxic levels and life-threatening complications. […]
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