Chemotherapy-induced Nausea
Chemotherapy-induced nausea is a common side effect experienced by cancer patients undergoing treatment. Chemotherapy drugs, which target rapidly dividing cancer cells, can also affect healthy cells in the stomach and digestive system, leading to feelings of nausea and vomiting. This reaction can vary in intensity and duration, depending on the specific medication and individual response. Preventative measures, such as anti-nausea medications, are often used to help manage these symptoms. Understanding and addressing chemotherapy-induced nausea is important for maintaining quality of life during treatment.
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Chemotherapy-induced nausea occurs when cancer treatment affects the body’s ability to manage feelings of sickness. Chemotherapy drugs can trigger the brain’s nausea center or irritate the stomach and intestines, leading to a feeling of queasiness or actual vomiting. This side effect can vary in intensity and duration, depending on the type of medication used and the individual’s response. Managing this nausea is important, as it can impact a patient's quality of life and ability to complete treatment. Doctors often provide medications to help prevent and treat nausea during chemotherapy.