Side effects of radiotherapy for breast cancer

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There are many kinds of treatment methods for breast cancer patients. Since suffering from breast cancer, the mass in the chest is getting bigger and bigger. I am very worried. I have been doing radiotherapy, and the side effects are also very big. Let's share the side effects of radiotherapy for breast cancer!

Side effects of radiotherapy for breast cancer

First of all: the side effects of breast cancer radiotherapy is really great, patients will lose hair, dry skin, breast cancer radiotherapy is a comprehensive treatment, including adjuvant treatment before or after radical surgery. In two to three weeks of radiotherapy, there will be some skin redness or even pain. The most common side effect is fatigue.

Secondly: with the progress of treatment, the skin will appear red, dry and tingling, so the radiotherapy site should be exposed to the air as far as possible, which is conducive to the recovery of the skin. Pay attention to the use of soap, cream and other products to avoid pigmentation.

Finally: after radiotherapy for breast cancer, a small number of people's breasts may become slightly stiffer, larger or smaller, and some skin may become sensitive or numb. It may also cause sequelae such as coronary heart disease and costochondritis.

matters needing attention

Breast cancer patients should pay attention to regular follow-up visit to the hospital after radiotherapy, and adhere to do appropriate exercise to improve their own resistance. At the same time, they should pay attention to more rest, drink more water and eat more fresh fruits and vegetables during radiotherapy, which is more beneficial to health.