Fatigue in cancer patients].

Michael Höckel, André Wilmer, Ulrich Jaehde

Pharmazeutisches Institut, Klinische Pharmazie, Universität Bonn, An der Immenburg 4, 53121 Bonn.

Medizinische Monatsschrift für Pharmazeuten 2012 May

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Fatigue is characterized by persistent tiredness or exhaustion and besides the anorexia-nausea-emesis syndrome one of the most frequent adverse events of cancer treatment. There is a large variety of causes and symptoms. Various non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic interventions can help to ameliorate the symptoms and to improve patient's quality of life. For the effective management of fatigue a systematic approach of the multiprofessional team is required. Last but not least, the pharmacist can contribute to support cancer patients suffering from fatigue.

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Michael Höckel, André Wilmer, Ulrich Jaehde. Fatigue in cancer patients]. Medizinische Monatsschrift für Pharmazeuten. 2012 May;35(5):172-9; quiz 181-2