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Nausea and Vomiting

Diarrhea

Fatigue

Constipation

Hair Loss

Decrease in Appetite

Fever

Nausea and Vomiting

Diarrhea

Constipation

Fatigue

Decrease in Appetite

Hair Loss

Fever

Nausea and Vomiting

How to manage: Eat small, frequent meals and snacks that consist of nutritious foods that are appetizing to you, or ask your doctor about medications that can help. If symptoms become severe, call your doctor.

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Diarrhea

How to manage: Take an over-the-counter antidiarrheal medication, make sure you stay hydrated, and track the number and frequency of bowel movements. If diarrhea persists (more than three times a day) and can’t be controlled with antidiarrheal medicine, call your doctor.

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Constipation

How to manage: Take over-the-counter stool softeners or fiber supplements, stay hydrated, and eat more high-fiber foods.

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Fatigue

How to manage: Take naps and rest breaks as needed, and ask for help with tasks that you’re too tired to do.

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Decrease in Appetite

How to manage: Eat several small meals and snacks throughout the day, and keep high-calorie, high-protein foods on hand, as well as meal-replacement smoothies or shakes.

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Hair Loss

How to manage: You could ask your doctor if a cooling cap might help prevent hair loss; consider cutting your hair short before it falls out; or ask for a wig prescription if your insurance covers it.

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Fever

How to manage: If you experience fever, along with other symptoms — diarrhea, cough, shortness of breath — call your doctor.