Side effects of head radiation therapy
Disease description:
My friend has brain cancer. After surgery, the doctor recommended radiation therapy to the head. What are the side effects of head radiation therapy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Peng Xiaodong
A side effect of head radiation therapy is damage to the central nervous system, which may lead to increased intracranial pressure and cerebral edema. Symptoms during onset include vomiting, nausea, fatigue, and hair loss; in severe cases, psychiatric disturbances may also occur. If any discomfort arises during radiation therapy, it is essential to inform the physician as early as possible.
