Acupuncture for the Side Effects of Cancer Treatments

Rational design of specific platform which can address the unavoidable side effects of traditional cancer treatments is of great interest. In this sense, herein, an intelligent nanoplatform (ZnL1@MOF-199@FA) with efficient...

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Rheumatological Adverse Events Following Immunotherapy for Cancer

Medicina ◽

10.3390/medicina58010094 ◽

2022 ◽

Vol 58 (1) ◽

pp. 94

Author(s):

Ioana Cretu ◽

Bogdan Cretu ◽

Catalin Cirstoiu ◽

Adrian Cursaru ◽

Mihaela Milicescu ◽

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Keyword(s):

Side Effects ◽

Adverse Events ◽

Adverse Reactions ◽

Cancer Treatments ◽

Treatment Conditions ◽

Clinical Presentations ◽

Rheumatic Manifestations ◽

Grade 3 ◽

Dose Dependent ◽

Rheumatological Manifestations

Background and Objectives: The occurrence of rheumatological side effects in a patient after receiving immunotherapy for cancer is becoming increasingly common. Oncologists often fail to diagnose and refer affected patients to rheumatologists. This paper presents the various rheumatological adverse events that occur after immunotherapy in patients as well as their treatment and evolution. Materials and Methods: A total of 36 patients were monitored between November 2018 and March 2020. The oncologist monitoring the immunotherapy-treated patients identified the occurrence of musculoskeletal side effects. The grading of toxicities was performed by both the oncologist and the rheumatologist using common terminology criteria for adverse events (CTCAE). Rheumatological treatment was administered, and for some patients, immunotherapy was discontinued. Results: The clinical presentations of the patients varied. Mild side effects (grade 1–2) were reported in a higher proportion than severe side effects (grade 3–5). Therefore, thirty-one patients had mild-to-moderate side effects, and five patients had severe side effects. Adverse reactions occurred, on average, 10 weeks after the initiation of immunotherapy; this indicated that the severity of the toxicity was dose dependent. Patients were treated with NSAIDs or prednisone, depending on the severity of the side effects, and for patients with severe manifestations, immunotherapy was discontinued. The remission of rheumatic manifestations varied depending on the grade of the manifestations. Conclusions: The clinical, biological, and ultrasound presentations of the patients with adverse events followed by cancer treatments differed from classic rheumatological manifestations. Thorough examinations of these patients by both oncologists and rheumatologists are needed in order to correctly diagnose and treat rheumatological adverse events. Multiple studies that include a larger number of participants are needed in order to better understand the pathogenesis and clinical evolution of these patients under different treatment conditions.

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The New Direction of Senolytic Drug Research Should Be on Cancer Prevention, Adjuvant Therapies in Cancer and Healthy Aging in Cancer Survivors

10.21203/rs.3.rs-307731/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Ozgur Tanriverdi ◽

Ummuhani Ozel Turkcu

Keyword(s):

Cardiovascular Diseases ◽

Side Effects ◽

Cellular Senescence ◽

Healthy Aging ◽

Drug Research ◽

General Information ◽

Cancer Treatments ◽

Adjuvant Therapies ◽

Anti Cancer

Abstract In cases where cellular senescence does not function properly, the use of drugs called senolytics in the prevention of chronic aging-related disorders such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases has become a very interesting topic. There are studies showing that senolytic drugs can be used for the purpose of preventing cancer, preventing recurrence in individuals diagnosed with cancer, and delaying multimorbidity situations that may develop as long-term side effects of anti-cancer treatments. This article has been prepared with the aim of reminding general information about senolytic drugs and cellular senescence due to the fact that there are many controversial researches in the field of oncology in the future

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Young-onset colorectal cancer treatment side effects: Infertility, sexual dysfunction, and quality-of-life outcomes.

Journal of Clinical Oncology ◽

10.1200/jco.2021.39.15_suppl.3587 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 39 (15_suppl) ◽

pp. 3587-3587

Author(s):

Laura Diane Porter ◽

Ronit Yarden ◽

Kim Lynn Newcomer ◽

Negeen Fathi ◽

Keyword(s):

Quality Of Life ◽

Colorectal Cancer ◽

Side Effects ◽

Sexual Dysfunction ◽

Cancer Patients ◽

Fertility Preservation ◽

Cancer Treatments ◽

Young Onset

3587 Background: Colorectal cancer is the third-most commonly diagnosed cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer death in men and women combined in the United States. Young-onset colorectal cancer refers to individuals diagnosed under the age of 50. In recent years, the incidence has increased by 2.2% annually in individuals younger than 50 years and 1% in individuals 50-64, in contrast to a 3.3% decrease in adults 65 years and older. Young-onset (YO) CRC patients and survivors face unique clinical challenges with fertility and sexual dysfunctions, but this risk is not well quantified. There is limited data and public discussion on the long-term effects of colorectal cancer treatments on fertility and sexual dysfunction and the long-term impact on the quality of life. Methods: To explore the unique challenges and unmet needs of the young-adult patient population, a cross-sectional study was conducted. Colorectal cancer patients and survivors (N = 884) diagnosed between the ages of 20 to 50 years old (median age 42 ± 7.0) completed an online questionnaire based on established instruments EORTC-QOL-30, EORTC-CR-29, and EORTC-SHC-22. Results: Thirty-one percent of respondents stated that a medical professional spoke to them about fertility preservation at the time of diagnosis and during treatment. Only 31% were referred to a reproductive endocrinologist, even though 37% of women and 16% of men reported that treatment left them infertile or sterile. Among survey respondents, 12% of women had an egg retrieval procedure, and 36% of men had their sperm preserved prior to the start of treatment. Fifty-three percent of women reported treatment led to premature menopause. Sixty-five percent of respondents suffer from some level of sexual dysfunction due to treatment. In patients who received radiation therapy, women were 12% less likely than men to have discussed sexual side effects with the provider before treatment. Patients who have an ostomy reported more severe sexual dysfunction (17.8%). Rectal cancer patients were 2.5 times more likely than those with colon cancer to report severe dysfunction after their treatment. More than 25% of the respondents said they would have considered alternative treatment if they would have known the risks of sexual dysfunction. Conclusions: Our survey demonstrates inadequate communications between patients and providers about the irreversible fertility and sexual effects of colorectal cancer treatments. Younger patients and survivors face unique long-term challenges and require further information about fertility preservation options and emotional support regarding their sexuality post-treatment. Other studies are needed to assess the physical and psychological side effects endured by young-onset CRC patients and survivors.

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Livelihood vs. Life: The Occupational Well-Being of Women Musician Survivors of Breast Cancer

Medical Problems of Performing Artists ◽

10.21091/mppa.2012.1004 ◽

2012 ◽

Vol 27 (1) ◽

pp. 15-20 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Sarah Schmalenberger ◽

Charles E Gessert ◽

Jean E Giebenhain ◽

Lisa D Starr

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Side Effects ◽

Cancer Treatment ◽

Body Movement ◽

Well Being ◽

Physical Symptoms ◽

Breast Cancer Treatment ◽

Upper Body ◽

Long Term Effects ◽

Cancer Treatments

The Life and Livelihood Study was designed to describe and understand the experience of women musicians treated for breast cancer. This report focuses on Phase I of the study, a web-based survey that examined subjects’ physical symptoms and side effects following breast cancer treatment. Subjects were recruited nationally, using advertisements in musicians’ publications and presentations at national meetings. Subjects were asked about specific side effects or symptoms they had experienced, their severity and duration, and the effects of symptoms on their capacity to make music. Subjects were also asked what aspect of their breast cancer treatment they associated with each symptom and were invited to provide comments. A total of 321 individuals logged on: 100 met all inclusion criteria. Of these, 90 completed the entire survey. Commonly reported symptoms included fatigue (70%), problems with cognition (53%), limitations in upper body movement (51%), and pain (45%). Many reported that their symptoms were of moderate or greater intensity, and that they persisted for >12 months or were ongoing. The survey documented that many subjects experienced diminished capacity to function as musicians, especially due to pain, limitations in upper body and extremity movement, numbness in the chest and/or arms, contracture/fibrosis, and shortness of breath. These findings are consistent with emerging studies that describe long-term effects of breast cancer treatments. In planning for breast cancer treatment, rehabilitation and survivorship, consideration should be given to how treatment is likely to affect fitness for ongoing professional work.

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Behavioral interventions for side effects related to cancer and cancer treatments.

Handbook of cancer control and behavioral science: A resource for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. ◽

10.1037/14499-019 ◽

2009 ◽

pp. 347-360 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Gary R. Morrow ◽

Joseph A. Roscoe ◽

Karen M. Mustian ◽

Jane T. Hickok ◽

Julie L. Ryan ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Side Effects ◽

Behavioral Interventions ◽

Cancer Treatments

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What you do not know Could Hurt You: What Women Wish their Doctors Had Told them about Chemotherapy Side Effects on Memory and Response to Alcohol

Breast Cancer Basic and Clinical Research ◽

10.4137/bcbcr.s38389 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 10 ◽

pp. BCBCR.S38389

Author(s):

Carmen E. Couvertier-Lebron ◽

Rachel Dove ◽

Summer F. Acevedo

Keyword(s):

Side Effects ◽

Cancer Patients ◽

Short Term Memory ◽

Negative Impact ◽

Memory Loss ◽

Medical Professional ◽

The Body ◽

Cancer Treatments ◽

Female Cancer Patients ◽

Survey Results

For many patients, a cancer diagnosis is followed by chemotherapy treatment, which works by attacking cells that are growing and dividing throughout the body. Although cancer cells grow and divide more quickly than healthy cells, both are targets. The loss of healthy cells is associated with side effects, such as memory loss and altered response to a variety of food and drugs. In this pilot study, we use the “Survey of female cancer treatments, effects on memory and alcohol awareness” to explore trends in female experience and awareness of side effects associated with chemotherapy. We examined 79 female cancer patients, 46 Spanish-speaking women in Puerto Rico and 33 English-speaking women in the continental United States, and compared the rates of a reported memory loss or an altered ethanol response following chemotherapy, whether or not potential side effects were discussed with a medical professional, and whether they experienced changes in alcohol consumption after treatment. A majority of participants reported having experienced short-term memory loss postchemotherapy. Changes in response to alcohol and an altered sensitivity to alcohol were also reported by 25%–47% of the respondents. Additionally, more than half of all female cancer patients reported that they wished they would have received information on the side effects of chemotherapy and secondary medications prior to treatment. The survey results suggest that medical professionals are not adequately informing women of common, potentially harmful side effects of chemotherapy. Women do wish to be more educated about potential side effects related to memory and alcohol and be given the opportunity to discuss potential outcomes with a medical professional prior to treatment to reduce the negative impact of treatment-related side effects on posttreatment quality of life.

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Pathogenesis, Assessments, and Management of Chemotherapy-Related Cognitive Impairment (CRCI): An Updated Literature Review

Journal of Oncology ◽

10.1155/2020/3942439 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2020 ◽

pp. 1-11

Author(s):

Longqin Lv ◽

Shanping Mao ◽

Huimin Dong ◽

Pan Hu ◽

Ruochen Dong

Keyword(s):

Cognitive Impairment ◽

Side Effects ◽

Literature Review ◽

Neuropsychological Tests ◽

Current Medical ◽

Future Research ◽

Cancer Treatments ◽

Comprehensive Overview ◽

Subjective Reports ◽

Excellent Article

There are various cancer treatments at present, and chemotherapy is one of the main methods. Chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment (CRCI), as one of the side effects of chemotherapy, has gradually attracted the attention of more and more researchers. CRCI has been verified by subjective reports and objective neuropsychological tests so far. But oncologists’ understanding of it and its treatments are still incomplete. In this review, we mainly give a comprehensive overview of the mechanism of CRCI, then describe a variety of evaluation methods, and finally summarize the treatment approaches under current medical conditions and compare it with an excellent article published in 2015 with the aim of providing directions for future research and better understanding of CRCI for clinicians.

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Cancer treatments and their side effects are associated with aggravation of insomnia: Results of a longitudinal study

Cancer ◽

10.1002/cncr.29244 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 121 (10) ◽

pp. 1703-1711 ◽

Cited By ~ 65

Author(s):

Josée Savard ◽

Hans Ivers ◽

Marie-Hélène Savard ◽

Charles M. Morin

Keyword(s):

Longitudinal Study ◽

Side Effects ◽

Cancer Treatments

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The New Direction of Senolytic Drug Research Should Be on Cancer Prevention, Adjuvant Therapies in Cancer and Healthy Senescence in Cancer Survivors (Senolytics and Cancer)

10.21203/rs.3.rs-190613/v1 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Ozgur Tanriverdi ◽

Ummuhani Ozel Turkcu

Keyword(s):

Cardiovascular Diseases ◽

Side Effects ◽

Cancer Prevention ◽

Cellular Senescence ◽

Drug Research ◽

General Information ◽

Cancer Treatments ◽

Adjuvant Therapies ◽

Anti Cancer

Abstract In cases where cellular senescence does not function properly, the use of drugs called senolytics in the prevention of chronic aging-related disorders such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases has become a very interesting topic. There are studies showing that senolytic drugs can be used for the purpose of preventing cancer, preventing recurrence in individuals diagnosed with cancer, and delaying multimorbidity situations that may develop as long-term side effects of anti-cancer treatments. This article has been prepared with the aim of reminding general information about senolytic drugs and cellular senescence due to the fact that there are many controversial researches in the field of oncology in the future

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