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What are worst side effects of cancer radiation and surgery?
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Need More Info: The side effects of both surgery and radiation therapy are dependent on the specific type of cancer that is being treated.
Answered 8/17/2013
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Depends: Side effects of radiation will depend upon what area is radiated. As an example- radiation of the head and neck can lead to decreased saliva production and increased cavities; sore mouth; changes in taste; sore throat. Side effects of surgery depend upon where and what type of surgery is performed.
Answered 2/5/2013
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