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- I'm going to have chemotherapy, and I'm concerned about the side effects it might have.
- I'm getting chemotherapy, and I'm having side effects.
I'm going to have chemotherapy, and I'm concerned about the side effects it might have.
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What are the most common side effects for the type of chemotherapy I'll be getting?
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Are any of them serious? How long will they last?
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What problems should I call you about?
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Is there anything I can do before my treatment starts, or are there any medicines I can take, to prevent side effects?
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Will the side effects keep me from working or doing my other usual activities?
I'm getting chemotherapy, and I'm having side effects.
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How serious are these side effects?
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How long will they last?
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Are there any treatments that might help?
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Do the side effects mean my chemo is working or not working?
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Can I change drugs or my chemotherapy schedule? How would that affect my treatment?
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