Radiation therapy

  Posted on November 14, 2025 |  RadiationTherapyist & Cancer Care Advocate Hey there—if you're reading this, you're likely in the thick of recovery from chemotherapy, feeling that bone-deep exhaustion and muscle fatigue that's all too common two weeks out.  I've seen this in clinics and heard it from survivors. You're not alone, and while nothing replaces your doctor's advice, there are practical, research-backed steps to reclaim some energy. Let's break it down—focusing on supplements, lifestyle tweaks, and when to flag it with your oncologist. Why This Happens: A Quick Science Rundown Chemotherapy targets fast-growing cells (like cancer), but it also zaps healthy ones, leading to cancer-related fatigue (CRF)—a persistent tiredness not fixed by sleep. This can stem from: Anemia: Low red blood cells from chemo, causing oxygen shortages and weakness. Muscle Breakdown (Sarcopenia): Increased protein turnover and inflammation erode muscle mass, amplifying ...

google-site-verification: google7ecaa24efed38e50.html  When someone says “oesophageal cancer,” it can feel like the ground disappears beneath you. The oesophagus—that quiet, muscular tube that carries food from your throat to your stomach—suddenly becomes the centre of worry, appointments, and big decisions. I’ve written this post to help you make sense of it all. Whether you’ve just heard the words “you have cancer,” you’re supporting a loved one, or you’re simply trying to understand the disease, here’s what you need to know—clearly, honestly, and without sugar-coating. What is oesophageal cancer? Oesophageal cancer starts when cells in the lining of the oesophagus grow out of control. There are two main types: Squamous cell carcinoma – more common in the upper and middle oesophagus. Strongly linked to smoking and heavy alcohol use. Adenocarcinoma – usually found in the lower oesophagus near the stomach. The biggest risk factor is long-term acid reflux (GERD) that leads to Barret...