Can patients getting radiation therapy still exercise?

Yes: If you are asking you probably feel like it and have the energy. Do not push yourself and listen to your body. If the treatment leaves you feeling normal and exercise makes you feel better then it is okay. If you have a skin reaction that is significant sweating may irritated it. Make sure none of these things like skin effects, low blood counts or just fatigue are going on and it will be okay.

Yes: Listen to your body. Cardiovascular exercise specially encouraged. Your energy may run out quicker than it did. Stay hydrated and get rest as needed. Avoid chlorinated pool swimming and hut tubs that can dry up skin in women that are getting their breast radiated.

Sure!: I like to encourage patients to continue their normal routine as much as possible while getting radiation therapy. So if a patient exercises regularly, he/she should likely be able to continue to exercise during treatment. Exercise certainly contributes to a sense of well-being. Discuss your exercise routine with your radiation oncology team.