What happens after treatment?
Side effects for chemotherapy is influenced by the type of drug(s), length of treatment, and amount/dose taken.
After the treatment, some men may experience side effects. Well known side effects for chemotherapy include (but do not occur in all patients):
Nausea and vomiting
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Numbness
Hair loss
Mouth sores
Low blood counts, increased inction, excessive bleeding or bruising after minor injuries
Fatigue: due to lower red blood cell count
Some side effects are temporary. Short-term side effects may disappear after the treatment is complete or stopped. Certain side effects (such as pain) can be treated, so it is important to be aware of what side effects to expect so you can contact your doctor about symptom relief.