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An Overview of Cancer-Related Fatigue

May 1, 2009 - 6:15 pm

Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms for patients with cancer, reported in up to 90% of patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Patients who are cancer survivors can still be affected by fatigue months to even years out from their last treatment. Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) specifically [...]

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Easing the Strain of Cancer-Related Fatigue and “Chemo-Brain”

December 2, 2008 - 5:12 pm

   In recent years, more people are cured or living with cancer as a chronic illness because cancer treatments have improved. As a result, treatment after effects and the challenges they present are becoming increasingly apparent.  Two common after effects are cancer-related fatigue (CRF) and cognitive impairment, also known as “chemo-brain.”  The National Comprehensive Cancer [...]

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