Am I at risk for infections?
- What foods should I avoid so that I do not get an infection?
- Is my water at home OK to drink? Are there places I should not drink the water?
- Can I go swimming?
- What should I do when I go to a restaurant or public place?
- Can I be around pets?
- What immunizations do I need? Which immunizations should I stay away from?
- Is it OK to be in a crowd of people? Do I need to wear a mask?
- Can I have visitors over? Do they need to wear a mask?
- When should I wash my hands?
Am I at risk of bleeding? Is it OK to shave? What should I do if I cut myself or start bleeding?
What over-the-counter (OTC) medicines can I take for headaches, the common cold, and other illnesses?
Do I need to use birth control?
What if I think I may be pregnant?
What should I be eating to keep my weight and strength up?
Will I be sick to my stomach or have loose stools or diarrhea? How long after I receive my chemotherapy before these problems may start? What can I do if I am sick to my stomach or have diarrhea often?
Are there any foods or vitamins I should avoid?
Are there any medicines I should keep on hand?
Are there any medicines I should not take?
Will my hair fall out? Is there anything I can do about it?
How do I take care of my mouth and lips?
- How can I prevent or treat mouth sores?
- How often should I brush my teeth? What type of toothpaste should I use?
- What can I do about dry mouth?
- What should I do if I have a mouth sore?
Is it OK to be out in the sun? Do I need to use sunscreen? Do I need to stay indoors during cold weather?
What can I do about my fatigue?
When should I call my provider?