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  • Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation for Teens


    Side effects of cancer treatment can include flu-like symptoms, hair loss, and blood clotting problems. After treatment ends, most side effects go away.

  • Birth Control: The Patch for Parents


    Find out about this method of birth control, including how well it works and possible side effects.

  • Steroids for Parents


    Get the facts about steroids, their side effects, and why kids and teens might try them.

  • Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Radiation for Parents


    Side effects of cancer treatment can include flu-like symptoms, hair loss, and blood clotting problems. After treatment ends, most side effects go away.

  • Chemotherapy for Teens


    Chemotherapy (chemo) is treatment with medicines that stop the growth of cancer cells. Find out how chemo works and what to expect when getting treatment.

  • Radiation Therapy for Teens


    More than half of all people with cancer are treated with radiation therapy. Get the facts on radiation therapy, including what it is, what to expect, and how to cope with side effects.

  • Radiation Therapy for Parents


    Radiation therapy, also called radiotherapy, irradiation, or X-ray therapy, is one of the most common forms of cancer treatment.

  • Late Effects of Cancer and Cancer Treatment for Parents


    Long-term side effects, or late effects, happen to many cancer survivors. With early diagnosis and proper follow-up care, most late effects can be treated or cured.

  • Chemotherapy for Parents


    Chemotherapy (chemo) is treatment with medicines that stop the growth of cancer cells.

  • ADHD Medicines for Parents


    Medicine doesn’t cure ADHD. But it does help boost a child's ability to pay attention, slow down, and have more self-control. This article for parents has details on how ADHD medicines help.

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