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Staying Hydrated During Mesothelioma Chemotherapy

November 19, 2014  

When you are undergoing mesothelioma chemotherapy, drinking enough fluids to stay hydrated is important. Diarrhea and vomiting during mesothelioma chemotherapy combined with low fluid intake can cause dehydration, according to WebMD. Drinking plenty of water can help you avoid dehydration. But let’s face it, drinking just plain water can get boring. Herbal teas can help during mesothelioma chemotherapy by: Offering flavor variety Boosting fluid intake Providing relief from nausea What Is Herbal Tea? Herbal tea technically isn’t really tea at all but an infusion of boiled water with dried … [Read more...]

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Best Foods for Mesothelioma Chemotherapy

September 2, 2014  

Carefully planning a diet is never more important than during mesothelioma chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is currently one of the main treatments for mesothelioma. But as we discussed in a recent post, a side effect of chemotherapy often is nausea and lack of appetite. This can lead to weight loss at a time when a mesothelioma patient needs physical as well as emotional strength to withstand the treatment. As the ancient Greek doctor Hippocrates, considered to be the father of western medicine said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food.” With these words from the 5th Century BC, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mesothelioma Treatment, Nutrition + Exercise Tagged With: chemotherapy diet, chemotherapy nausea, mesothelioma, mesothelioma chemotherapy, mesothelioma diet

How to Combat Mesothelioma Chemotherapy and Radiation Weight Loss

August 27, 2014  

Mesothelioma chemotherapy and radiation treatments offer a classic example of a “double-edged sword” – something that can have both favorable and unfavorable consequences. For treating mesothelioma chemotherapy and radiation currently provide the best options. But at the same time, the side effects can be devastating and cause health problems on their own. One of the most notorious side effects of both chemotherapy and radiation treatment is weight loss. Given our society’s obsession with weight loss and dieting, it is ironic that the weight loss associated with mesothelioma chemotherapy and … [Read more...]

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Sun Safety Tips for Mesothelioma Patients

June 4, 2014  

For mesothelioma patients, warmer weather and sunshine can bring much cherished time outdoors. Whether a picnic or barbecue with family and friends or just a chance to sit in a garden or park, it is a time to enjoy the contentment of being surrounded by nature. But mesothelioma patients need to take extra precautions when soaking up the sun and have to be extra vigilant about monitoring their sun exposure. For anyone undergoing cancer treatment, not just mesothelioma patients, too much sun may be unsafe. According to the American Society of Clinical Oncology, intense sun exposure may further … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mesothelioma Treatment, Treatment News Tagged With: mesothelioma chemotherapy, mesothelioma patients, mesothelioma sun exposure, mesothelioma sun protection

Mesothelioma Treatment Side Effects for Skin

August 12, 2013  

After receiving a mesothelioma diagnosis, your loved one may undergo chemotherapy as a form of mesothelioma treatment. However, because this treatment targets cells that are rapidly dividing, it can also result in damage to other parts of the body, like skin cells. While every person reacts to chemotherapy differently, it's not uncommon for skin to change during the course of treatment. If you or a loved one is struggling with dry, inflamed or hyper​-pigmented skin while also battling mesothelioma or lung cancer as a result of asbestos exposure, this can be an incredibly difficult … [Read more...]

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