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As a young adult survivor of cancer (YAS), you are at risk for late effects. These are health problems related to your cancer or treatment that persist or develop five or more years after your diagnosis. Some examples are cardiovascular disease, changes in bone metabolism, endocrine problems, liver failure, secondary tumors, learning disabilities, infertility, and psycho-social issues. You may never experience any of these problems. However, more than 60 percent of long-term survivors aged 15 to 23 have at least one late effect, with a quarter being severe to life-threatening. Don't wait until a problem has developed before you take action. Do what you can now to reduce your risks for late effects. First, learn all you can:: |
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Late Effects from Beyond the Cure: Overview of medical, educational, psychological and other cancer-related issues. Register for a personalized late effects assessment. |
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Long-Term Follow-Up Guidelines for Survivors of Childhood, Adolescent, and Young Adult Cancers from the Children's Oncology Group: Recommendations for screening and management of late effects that may result from pediatric cancer treatment. Developed as a resource for clinicians. Read the introduction yourself, then take these guidelines to your doctor. |
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Fertility problems may arise from many cancer treatments. See Fertility Facts. |
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COMING SOON: Passport for Care, an Internet-based resource for survivors and caregivers. Under development by the Texas Children's Cancer Center and the Children's Oncology Group. You may input your treatment information and the program will generate a tailored list of possible side effects, follow-up guidelines, and information and care resources. With your permission, your health care providers also may access this information in the system. |
