Glossary
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a chemical substance that has shown to be successful in treating some forms of cancer, however it is commonly accompanied by a range of unpleasant side effects like nausea, vomiting and fatigue.
By targeting cancerous cells, chemotherapy stops their ability to reproduce, preventing the growth and spread of cancer around the body. Although shown to be effective in a high volume of cases, chemotherapy can also harm healthy cells in the body causing a range of uncomfortable and debilitating side effects. This can include extreme fatigue, nausea and vomiting, hair loss, sore skin and an increased susceptibility to infection.
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