Check blood counts and nutrition
Anemia and reduced food intake can significantly affect energy.
POST-TREATMENT RECOVERY
Fatigue after cervical cancer radiotherapy
Fatigue after radiotherapy may persist, but marked symptoms can also reflect anemia, nutrition, sleep disturbance, pain or deconditioning and should be reviewed together.
QUICK ANSWER
Three points to understand first
Include sleep in the assessment
Poor sleep can amplify daytime fatigue and reduce activity.
PATIENT QUESTIONS
Common questions
How long does radiotherapy fatigue last?
Duration varies. Persistent severe fatigue should be assessed.
Is complete rest best?
Not always. Gradual activity may be appropriate depending on clinical status.
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