What are the side effects of chemotherapy for ovarian cancer

Ovarian cancer chemotherapy may have side effects such as bone marrow suppression, digestive system symptoms, liver and kidney function damage, neurotoxicity and so on.
1. Bone marrow suppression: bone marrow suppression may occur, which is manifested as reduction of white blood cells, neutrophils, platelets and hemoglobin.
2. Digestive system symptoms: nausea and vomiting are common side effects of chemotherapeutic drugs. Difficulty in eating, weight loss, diarrhea, constipation and other symptoms may also occur.
3. Liver and kidney function damage: chemotherapeutic drugs may cause liver and kidney function damage, and regular testing of aminotransferases, creatinine and other indicators are needed.
4. Neurotoxicity: Paclitaxel drugs may cause peripheral neuritis, numbness of hands and feet, loss of sensation and other symptoms.
Ovarian cancer chemotherapy may also have other side effects, if chemotherapy is uncomfortable, it is recommended to consult the doctor in time and carry out standardized treatment under the doctor’s guidance, so as to avoid delaying the condition.