Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Does chemotherapy cause damage?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
It can : Some chemotherapy can damage the stem cells and lead to a secondary cancer. Usually the benefits outweigh the risks. The risk is low, about 1-2%. Can rarely cause other problems as well, such as numbness, rare lung problems, heart problems. This should be discussed with you and your oncologist. Hope this helps
Answered 11/10/2018
5.6k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
Help please! could chemotherapy cause your sugar to elevate?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Help can chemotherapy cause a person to develop azoospermia?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
Can leukemia affect the organs in your body, or is it caused by chemotherapy?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
