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What are the effects of chemotherapy on the lymphatic system?
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Nothing major: Chemo drugs typically do not effect the lymphatic system. So it is not anything to worry about. These drugs typically lower the white cells, mostly neutrophils but spare the lymphocytes.
Answered 2/9/2015
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