Single Biggest Cancer Dictionary in the World

What is

short-term side effect

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Pronunciation: /ʃɔrt tərm saɪd ˈifɛkt/

short-term side effect

Definition

A problem that is caused by treatment of a disease but usually goes away after treatment ends. Short-term side effects of cancer treatment include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hair loss, fatigue, and mouth sores.