I can cope with things a little bit better, Ms. Adams tells 11 News. The whole idea of treatment for cancer fatigue is new and comes as a result of a research project spearheaded by oncology nurses. Many times the fatigue is a side effect of the treatment. And it can be from anemia. It also can be from nutritional problems.
Chemotherapy can induce anemia, which is a low blood count.
This decreases the amount of oxygen that's carried to the tissues throughout the body resulting in a felling of weakness. If you are concerned about cancer fatigue try talking to your oncology nurse. He or she can help you customize a program to improve your quality of life. Copyright 2000 Belo Interactive Inc., All Rights Reserved.