When we think about chemotherapy side effects, we usually think about things like hair loss and vomiting. 

But did you know about chemo cravings or cytotoxic poo? 

Today we look at some of the unexpected things chemotherapy does when you're attempting to fight off cancer, things that can last for a long time after the chemicals have left your system. 

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CREDITS 

Host/Producer: Claire Murphy 

Executive Producer: Melanie Tait

Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri 

Guests:  Dr Brad McKay, GP; Mel Dee, cancer survivor; Michael Jordan, cancer survivor. 

If you're currently undergoing cancer treatment and need some help, a tip or two or just someone to talk to, Mel Dee has started a facebook support group which you can find here... https://www.facebook.com/MagicallyMeMelDee/

CONTACT US

Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au

Looking for other podcasts to listen to?  You'll find all our Mamamia shows at https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts/

When we think about chemotherapy side effects, we usually think about things like hair loss and vomiting. But did you know about chemo cravings or cytotoxic poo?&nbsp;
Today we look at some of the unexpected things chemotherapy does when you're attempting to fight off cancer, things that can last for a long time after the chemicals have left your system.&nbsp;
Subscribe to The Quicky at...<a href="https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/"> https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/</a>
CREDITS&nbsp;
Host/Producer: Claire Murphy&nbsp;
Executive Producer: Melanie Tait
Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri&nbsp;
Guests: &nbsp;Dr Brad McKay, GP; Mel Dee, cancer survivor; Michael Jordan, cancer survivor.&nbsp;
If you're currently undergoing cancer treatment and need some help, a tip or two or just someone to talk to, Mel Dee has started a facebook support group which you can find here... <a href="https://www.facebook.com/MagicallyMeMelDee/">https://www.facebook.com/MagicallyMeMelDee/</a>
CONTACT US
Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at thequicky@mamamia.com.au
Looking for other podcasts to listen to?&nbsp; You'll find all our Mamamia shows at<a href="https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts/"> https://mamamia.com.au/podcasts/</a>

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The Quicky is Mamamia's daily podcast that gets you up to speed on the top stories, then dives deeper on one topic you want to know more about. It&rsquo;s a show that helps you cut through the noise and tells you exactly what you need to know today.
It&rsquo;s what women are talking about today. Interesting stories. Intelligent conversation. Minus the shock and horror.&nbsp;

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