Chemotherapy for the Elderly
The use of medications or drugs to treat disease. Most often referred to as the medications used to destroy cancer cells.
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9 Nutrition Tips During Cancer Treatment
Eating is often difficult for a cancer-stricken senior. But the weakness and fatigue associated with not getting enough nutrients can give cancer the upper hand. Learn how to make sure your loved one is getting the food they need.
2 CommentsCancer Care Q and A: Post-Chemo Concerns
Chemotherapy is a common form of cancer treatment, but the side-effects of chemo treatments can be very unpleasant. Here is some advice on what to expect and how to help a loved one cope with chemotherapy.
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When fighting cancer, many of the most effective treatments can be accompanied by debilitating side effects. Here's how caregivers can help.
2 CommentsChemotherapy: What is It and What Are The Side Effects?
When cancer is the diagnosis, chemotherapy is often the recommended treatment, but the side effects can be severe.
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Chemotherapy Questions
87-year-old dad and chemo?
8 AnswersGeaton777 Answered May 14, 2024I’m dealing with a new issue with my Mom. She has stage four lung cancer.
11 AnswersSouthernwaver Answered Apr 10, 2024Chemotherapy sleeplessness. Any suggestions for sleep?
3 Answersravensdottir Answered May 2023Mother is in SNL, has Lymphadema in her arm and is not cooperating with staff for daily massages. Staff isn’t always diligent either. Any suggestions?
3 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Nov 2022
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Chemo in the elderly. Any advice?
12 CommentsBeatty Commented May 16, 2024I just learned that my 92.5 year old father has bladder cancer- he has been peeing blood thru much of shutdown though not mentioned to me.
11 CommentsCheriotp Commented Jul 2021Not treating aggressive bladder cancer in 92 year old dad. Sigh.
7 Commentscwillie Commented Sep 2020Need to vent a little about a friend
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- Cancer
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- Family Caregiver
- End of Life
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- Burnout
- Long-distance Caregiving
- Diet & Nutrition
- Memory Loss
- Power of Attorney (POA)
- Fear of Death
- End of Life Signs
- Caregiver Support
- Severe Dementia
- Elder Law
- Living Will
- Loss of Appetite
- Driving
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