Cancer drugs and treatments can cause direct damage to the heart. This is known as cardiotoxicity.
What are the symptoms of cardiac toxicity?
Symptoms of cardiac toxicity may include:
- Chest pain.
- Heart rhythm changes (arrhythmia).
- Fatigue.
- Shortness of breath.
- Weight gain.
- Swelling.
What can cause cardiotoxicity?
Cardiotoxicity is a condition when there is damage to the heart muscle. As a result of cardiotoxicity, your heart may not be able to pump blood throughout your body as well. This may be due to chemotherapy drugs, or other medications you may be taking to control your disease.
