IS IT A GOOD IDEA TO TAKE VITAMIN SUPPLEMENTS DURING CHEMO AND RADIATION TREATMENT AND IF SO WHICH ONES ARE NEEDED MOST?
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Q: ARE VITAMINS A GOOD IDEA WITHCANCER?
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9/26/08 5:29pm
Cynthia, there's no special need for extra vitamins during treatment. A good multivitamin, which you should probably be taking anyway, should give you everything you need. Vitamin C can help ward off colds, as well. And post-treatment, be sure you have sufficient vitamin D3 and calcium, for bone health; if chemo brings on menopause, your bones will start to lose mass and the calcium and vitamin D will help. Good luck - PJH
9/26/08 6:30pm
Cynthia, be sure to discuss any supplements with your doctor. My oncologist was OK with a regular multi-vitamin, but said that large doses of some vitamins actually work against chemo. Since everyone has a slightly different health history and treatment plan, only your oncologist can tell you what's best for you. My current oncologist has a dietician to help patients with food and supplement issues.
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