You may or may not experience side effects following treatment. These may depend on your surgery, the type of chemotherapy drugs you were given or whether or not you had radiation therapy. These side effects are different from the side effects you may have experienced during treatment. Some of these symptoms may continue (long-term) or be delayed (late).
Some long-term or late side effects may include:
- Fatigue
- Menopausal symptoms
- Changes in memory/concentration (chemo brain)
- Skin sensitivity
- Nerve damage
- Lymphedema
- Chronic pain
- Osteoporosis
- Infertility
- Second primary cancer
You may have difficulty dealing with your emotional, social and spiritual needs, your sexuality, relationships or practical and financial issues. Speak to your health care team and ask for a referral to supportive care services in your area.