The researchers used the pro ctcae system to track the participants experiences with several potential side effects of radiation to the pelvic region including pain in the abdomen diarrhea and fecal incontinence.
Side effects of pelvis radiation therapy.
The inside lining of the bladder sometimes becomes irritated during radiation.
Side effects may be worse if you re also getting chemotherapy.
To manage diarrhea we recommend a low fiber diet.
This page is about short term side effects.
Below are the most common side effects of radiation therapy to the pelvis.
Bladder and vaginal irritation.
Some people develop side effects from radiation therapy.
Go to our information about long term side effects.
6 side effects of radiation therapy to the pelvis in women 1.
Many patients develop diarrhea during radiation therapy.