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Amyloidosis: Coping With Treatment
source: American Society of Clinical Oncology
year: 2016
summary/abstract:Every treatment can cause side effects or changes to your body and how you feel. For many reasons, people don’t experience the same side effects even when given the same treatment. This can make it hard to predict how you will feel during treatment.
As you prepare to start treatment for amyloidosis, it is normal to fear treatment-related side effects. It may help to know that your health care team will work to prevent and relieve side effects. Doctors call this part of treatment “palliative care.” It is an important part of your treatment plan, regardless of your age or disease.
Coping With Physical Side Effects:
Common physical side effects from each treatment option for amyloidosis are described in the treatment options section. Learn more about side effects of amyloidosis and its treatment, along with ways to prevent or control them. Changes to your physical health depend on several factors, including the disease state, the length and dose of treatment, and your general health.
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