Chemotherapy Side Effects

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•Last Updated: November 20, 2025

Chemotherapy refers to drugs used to treat cancer. Chemotherapy can affect normal, healthy cells as well as cancer cells. Common side effects include fatigue, hair loss, nausea, vomiting, sore mouth, infections, anemia, infertility, and memory and concentration issues.

Written by:

Last Updated:November 20, 2025

Research Snapshot

3,374 participants in 9 trials and 3 meta-analyses

Examine Evidence Grades

AAppetite + 2 more

BConstipation Signs and Symptoms + 1 more

C13 outcomes

D7 outcomes

Examine Database: Chemotherapy Side Effects

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