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What Are Chemotherapy Side Effects?

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Chemotherapy side effects occur during cancer treatment. Side effects can be unpleasant and often times medications are given to counter the side effects. Chemotherapy side effects can be toxic and cause damage.

Treatment for chemotherapy side effects include taking medications to block the effects. A common drug class used to treat chemotherapy side effects are chemoprotectants.

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