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Radiotherapy late effects

Below we have listed some of the possible late effects from having radiotherapy treatment, however this list does not cover everything. If you feel you have a health issue that may be a result of your previous radiotherapy treatment, please get in touch and we may be able to help you or signpost you to the appropriate services.

 General radiotherapy late effects 

 Fatigue, tiredness

 Emotional and psychological issues

 General pain in treated area

 Lymphoedema/fluid retention in or around the treated area

 Skin

 Sexual care/sexual function issues

 Pelvic radiotherapy 

 Bowel urgency/diarrhoea/constipation

 Bladder urgency/flow/pain

 Pelvic pain

 Sexual issues

 Head and neck radiotherapy 

 Hearing/sight loss

 Speech/swallowing/dry mouth

 Bone/Dental Issues

 Breast/chestwall radiotherapy 

 Fatigue

 Swelling

 Hormonal Issues

 Chest radiotherapy 

 Heart issues

 Breathing problems/pain/shortness of breath

 Brain radiotherapy 

 Forgetfulness/brain fog/confusion

 Hormone problems

 Endocrine problems

 Limb radiotherapy 

 Pain

 Skin issues

 Movement and joint problems

 

The Radiotherapy Late Effects Service aims to identify these late effects and offer a range of strategies to reduce the effect they have on you. These may include information and self-management, care plans, medication, and referral to other health care professionals.