Dealing with your Disease
Common Side Effects
- Skin and hair problems
- Mouth problems
- Digestion problems
- Infection
- Tiredness
- Increased bruising or bleeding
- Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I have sex during treatment?
If you are sexually active, it is important that you take great care to avoid pregnancy during cancer treatment. This is because treatment affects rapidly growing cells and could affect the fetus. Also, if you are taking birth control pills, talk to your doctor about whether or not you can continue to take the pill or should find a different birth control method that is reliable. Not having sex is the safest way to avoid pregnancy.
Treatment can also affect your desire or ability to have sex. However, it should return to normal following treatment.
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