What are the side effects of chemotherapy for ovarian cancer?

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

Women diagnosed with ovarian cancer often undergo aggressive treatments that put a lot of pressure on their reproductive organs. These treatments come along with side effects that adversely impact the quality of life. A study has shown that ‘chemotherapy may cause nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue and changes in sexual functioning to degrade the quality of life.

Another study has shown that women who have just begun with the treatment of ovarian cancer had lesser symptom distress, marked sexual dysfunction, fatigue and memory loss than people who have reached the second or third level of chemotherapy.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) website has shown that the side effects of ovarian cancer treatment ‘may last a long time or might not even show up until years after you have finished treatment’. Moreover, the symptoms of side effects are not quite prominent and mostly come into the light during continuous follow-ups with the doctors. The Australian Cancer Council website has provided a list of possible side effects that are common with chemotherapy sessions and says that side effects may be caused as chemotherapy can impact healthy cells of the body too. The effects can be different according to the drugs given to the patient, and not everyone will have side effects. It is very important to inform your treatment team if you experience any side effects so that they can help you manage them.

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

Disclaimer: Medical Science is an ever evolving field. We strive to keep this page updated. In case you notice any discrepancy in the content, please inform us at [email protected]. You can futher read our Correction Policy here. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment because of something you have read on or accessed through this website or it's social media channels. Read our Full Disclaimer Here for further information.

When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

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When ovarian cancer is detected, women frequently receive rigorous therapies. Thus, the adverse effects of these therapies have a negative influence on quality of life. The symptoms mainly include nausea, vomiting, hair loss, cognitive dysfunction, fatigue, and sexual dysfunction. However, it should be noted that the patient's medications may have varied effects, and not everyone will have the same adverse effects.

Last Updated on September 26, 2022 by Dr. Saumya Saluja

Disclaimer: Medical Science is an ever evolving field. We strive to keep this page updated. In case you notice any discrepancy in the content, please inform us at [email protected]. You can futher read our Correction Policy here. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment because of something you have read on or accessed through this website or it's social media channels. Read our Full Disclaimer Here for further information.

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