Side effects of cancer drugs
Some cancer drugs can change the way your kidneys, liver, heart or lungs work. But your doctor or specialist nurse will do regular tests to check how well they work.
Last reviewed: 13 Jun 2023
Next review due: 13 Jun 2026
Cancer drugs have side effects and these can vary from person to person. But there are things that you can do to help you cope.
Treatments can include surgery, radiotherapy and drug treatments (such as chemotherapy, hormone therapy or targeted cancer drugs). Find out about treatments and how to cope with side effects.
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Shortness of breath is a common problem for people with cancer. The treatment you need depends on the cause of your breathlessness. There are a number of things you can do to help yourself.
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