“What supplements can I give my child to overcome weakness after chemotherapy?”
My son is undergoing chemotherapy and feels extremely weak. Are there any supplements I can give him to help with his weakness and fatigue, and make this process easier for him?
1 Answer
Weakness and fatigue from chemotherapy is unfortunately a common expected side effect. His doctors are checking his blood counts to make sure he does not need a blood transfusion (low blood counts can cause weakness and fatigue). We recommend that your son maintains good nutrition and allow him to rest (sleep more than usual) after chemotherapy.
Bonnie W. Lau, MD, PhD
Bonnie W. Lau, MD, PhD
