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Constipation During Treatment: Why it happens and what you can do - 09/2022

Constipation During Treatment: Why it happens and what you can do
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Abstract

This handout explains why patients who are being treated for a brain tumor tend to become constipated. It lists ways to avoid constipation, and describes the medicines that will be prescribed.

Author
Alvord Brain Tumor Center
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2020
Revision Date
09/2022
General Subject
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Constipation
Side Effects
Treatments and Therapies
Languages
English
Record ID
4852