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You can help yourself during treatment by doing these things…
- drink lots of fluids
Keeping your body well hydrated with lots of drinks, especially water will help flush the drugs through your system and is one of the best ways to help your body cope with the treatment you are having.
- try to eat well
Eat as healthily as you can, and try to get enough food, even if you don't feel very hungry.
Our section on mouth and eating problems has more advice on this.
- take care of your mouth
Chemotherapy can make your mouth and gums sore. You also need to take care of your mouth to avoid dental problems later on.
Our section on mouth and eating problems will tell you more.
- make time for yourself, and get enough rest
- tell your doctor and nurse how you are feeling
Keep them informed throughout your treatment. They will do their very best to help you if you are having any problems.
avoid direct sunlight
Your skin can be very easily damaged by the sun while you are having chemotherapy treatment. Protect your skin by wearing a hat, a high factor sun block and loose clothing in warm weather.
- watch out for infections - and try to avoid them
It's important that you try not to get ill. Our section on infections will tell you what you need to know.
