Related Classes & Events
Monday, May 20th, 2013
Breast Cancer Support Group
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Monday, June 3rd, 2013
Breast Cancer Support Group
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, June 5th, 2013
Adult Heartsaver CPR with AED
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Monday, June 10th, 2013
Look Good...Feel Better
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday, June 12th, 2013
HOPE Cancer Support Group
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cancer Institute
Cancer Symptom Management
Side effect and symptom management depends on the treatment modality or modalities received and how long it is taken. Some people may experience few to no side effects while others may experience more noticeable side effects. Fortunately, many of these side effects are manageable and able to be relieved.
Please click on a topic and resource below for more information on various symptoms and side effects:
| Alopecia | |
| Anemia | |
| Anorexia/Appetite Loss/Nutrition | |
| Anxiety | |
| Blood Counts | |
| Cognitive Dysfunction | |
| Constipation | |
| Depression | |
| Diarrhea | |
| Dyspnea/Shortness of Breath | |
| Fatigue | |
| Infertitlity |
The Jones Institute at West Penn Allegheny Health System is dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of infertility, using state-of-the-art techniques. The goal of the Jones Institute at West Penn Allegheny Health System is to help you realize your dream of having a family in the shortest time possible. Any evaluation(s), diagnosis or treatment will be provided by physicians, staff or independent contractors of The Western Pennsylvania Hospital or Allegheny General Hospital.
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| Lymphadema | |
| Mucositis |
Caring for patient with cancer at home:
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| Nausea and Vomiting | |
| Pain | |
| Sexuality | |
| Skin Changes |
Caring for the patient at home:
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| Sleep Disturbances |
