Constipation Related To Cancer Treatments (Chemotherapy or Radiation Therapy)

You may have some side effects during your treatments. Constipation is one of them. Here are some simple, effective ways to relieve and prevent constipation.

Diseases and conditions , Cancer, Oncology

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Constipation et les traitements contre le cancer

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Eating a protein-rich diet

Breast Reconstruction With An Implant

Treating Prostate Cancer With Low-Dose-Rate Brachytherapy

Keeping Your Mouth Healthy During Cancer Treatments