For a look at what life is like for Iraqis outside the capital, NPR's Melissa Block talks to Zaid Al-Ali, a former legal adviser in Iraq for the United Nations. A Look At Life In Iraq, Beyond Baghdad Listen Â· 5:29 5:29
Side effects of radiation therapy. Radiation therapy damages cancer cells. Healthy cells in the treatment area can also be damaged, even though steps are taken to protect normal tissue as much as possible. Side effects are caused by damage to healthy cells. Different cells and tissues in the body tolerate radiation differently.
Damage to these cells cause side effects, which depend upon the type and dose of the drugs, as well as the length of time that they are used. Chemotherapy side effects may include the following: 1  Temporary hair loss. 2  Mouth sores. 3  Anemia (decreased numbers of red blood cells; may cause fatigue, dizziness, and shortness of breath). 4  Leukopenia (decreased numbers of white blood cells; may lower resistance to infection).