Management of Side Effects Flashcards by Mlayka Khalid

Q

Skin reactions

Erythema
DRY
MOIST

A

Wash gently lukewarm water

Fragrance free soaps

Moisturisers - E45, Diprobase 2-3 times daily

Avoid tight clothing

topical steroids - dry

Non-adherent dressings - moist

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Fatigue

A

Gentle exercise

Well rested

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Breast Edema

A

Supportive bra

Breast massage

Manual lymphatic drainage

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Mastalgia

A

Painkillers

Paracetamol

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Pneumonitis

A

Corticosteroids

Antibiotics if infection

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Hyperpigmentation

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Continue gentle skincare routine

SPF

Avoid harsh exfoliants

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Breast Fibrosis

A

NSAIDS

Supportive bra

Warm compress

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Telangiectasia

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Sun protection

Laser therapy

Moisturiser

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Radiation Proctitis

A

Hydrocortisones reduce inflammation

Paracetamol for discomfort

Low fibre diet

Hydration

Topical barrier creams

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Tenesmus

A

Hydrocortisones reduce inflammation

Paracetamol for discomfort

Low fibre diet

Hydration

Pelvic floor exercise

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Perianal Edema

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NSAIDS

Hydrocortisone

Avoid friction

Barrier creams

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Anal Stenosis

A

Anal dilation

High fibre diet

Surgical referral

Hydrocortisone

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Vaginal Stenosis

A

Vaginal dilator therapy

Topical oestrogen

water based lubricants

pelvic floor exercises

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Infertility

A

Refer to fertility specialists

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Dysuria

A

Hydration

Rule out infection

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Q

Urinary frequency and urgency

incontinence

retention

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reduce irritants - caffiene etc

Q

Nausea

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Anti emetics

Small frequent meals

Maintain hydration

Q

Oral Mucositis

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Oral hygiene

Soft foods

Feeding tube

Monitor for oral thrush

Q

Xerostomia

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Artificial saliva

Sugar free gum

Oral hydration

Avoid dry foods

Q

Dysguesia

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Cold/room temp foods

oral hygience

Refer to dietician

Q

Trismus

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Jaw stretching exercises

Physiotherapy

Speech language therapist

Paracetamol

Q

Diarrhoea

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A

Immodium

Low fibre diet

small frequent meals

hydration