About Lung Cancer: Annoying Side Effects of Cancer Treatment

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Lung Cancer Lung Cancer Symptoms / Diagnosis Coping Treatment From Lynne Eldridge MD, your Guide to Lung Cancer  Some of the side effects of cancer treatment aren't life threatening -- but that doesn't mean they aren't incredibly annoying.  What are some of these side effects and what are some things you can do to cope? Best wishes, Dr. Lynne Understanding Chemobrain  Have you noticed that it's more difficult to multitask since chemo?  Have you had trouble with losing the car keys?  How about remembering a phone number that isn't on speed dial?  This article explains a little about what scientists are discovering regarding cognitive changes after chemo, as well as some thoughts on how to best cope with this symptom.  Read more Search Related Topics:  chemobrain  chemotherapy side effects  coping with lung cancer Peripheral Neuropathy  Peripheral neuropathy -- pain and tingling that typically comes in a "stocking and mitten" distribution -- is an annoying and common side effect related to chemotherapy for lung cancer. ,,,,   Read more Search Related Topics:  peripheral neuropathy  chemotherapy side effects  coping with cancer Skin Problems During Cancer Treatment  Less often discussed, but not less important than some side effects are the skin conditions that may be caused by chemotherap, radiation therapy, and targeted therapies.  For those who are trying to cope with the acne-like rash from Tarceva -- something reminiscent of those annoying pimples of adolescence -- it may help to note that this side effect may actually be a sign that the medication is working well for you!   Read more Search Related Topics:  skin changes  chemotherapy side effects  coping with lung cancer Fingernail Changes  Rarely serious, fingernail changes during chemotherapy can still be a nuisance.  What can you do to minimize your discomfort?   Read more Search Related Topics:  nail changes  chemotherapy side effects  coping with lung cancer Related Searches Lung Cancer Survival Cancer Treatment Bladder Cancer Stage 4 Colon Cancer Cancer Side Effects Featured Articles Finding a Lung Cancer Support Group Lung Cancer Treatment Options The Second Leading Cause of Lung Cancer   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Lynne Eldridge MD Lung Cancer Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Lung Cancer newsletter. If you wish to change your email address, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads What is Lung Cancer? Symptoms of Lung Cancer Diagnosis of Lung Cancer Treatment of Lung Cancer Preventing Lung Cancer   Follow me on: Advertisement