Side effects of head radiation therapy
Disease description:
Recently, my father was found to have a brain tumor, and the doctor recommended radiation therapy. What are the side effects of head radiation therapy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Side effects of head radiation therapy usually involve impaired neurological function, which may lead to memory loss in patients, as well as cause nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and headaches. Additionally, head radiation therapy can result in cerebral edema. Different side effects following radiation therapy require corresponding treatments.
