Immunotherapy allows the body’s immune system to attack and destroy cancer – but it can cause numerous adverse effects. Most of these are related to inflammation. You might experience diarrhea when your colon is inflamed or itching when your skin is inflamed. You can also have pain in your liver or pancreas if you have pancreatitis or hepatitis. If the symptoms become too severe, your medication may need to be changed.
Tell Your Doctor About Immunotherapy Side Effects
Melanoma
Tell Your Doctor About Immunotherapy Side Effects
Immunotherapy allows the body’s immune system to attack and destroy cancer – but it can cause numerous adverse effects. Most of these are related to inflammation. You might experience diarrhea when your colon is inflamed or itching when your skin is inflamed. You can also have pain in your liver or pancreas if you have pancreatitis or hepatitis. If the symptoms become too severe, your medication may need to be changed.
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