Introduction to cancer-related fatigue
Like many people who have had cancer and cancer treatment, Andy has a late effect called cancer-related fatigue (CRF). This is one of the most commonly reported symptoms by patients with cancer. It can help to know that you are not alone, and that there are ways to manage and ease CRF.
In the video below you can learn more about Andy’s experience of CRF, and some of the tips that have helped him. Everyone is different, but you might find you have some experiences in common with Andy. He had surgery and radiotherapy for a brain tumour and lesions and you can read more about his story here.
VIDEO: Andy’s experience of cancer-related fatigue plus advice and tips
Topics and timings
00:00 Andy finds out he has fatigue, and describes how it feels
00:52 Learning more and help from charities
01:33 Managing fatigue
01:45 What causes fatigue for Andy
02:57 Tips for tracking and managing fatigue
03:30 Planning recovery days
04:33 Seeking help
Further information
Understanding Side Effects • Radiotherapy UK
Understanding Late Effects • Radiotherapy UK
Fatigue : University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (uclh.nhs.uk)
