Risk of infection.

The risk of infection during your cancer treatment is very high. You want to avoid crowds, use disinfectant and talk to your doctor and nurses about ways to reduce the risk of infection. Infections can delay your treatment. You need to do everything you can to stay healthy and strong. You need to be actively involved in getting yourself healthy. Some things will be out of your control. Your immune system is weakened. It is important that you eliminate unnecessary risks that may make you subject to catching a cold, getting a cut or scratch, or infection of any kind.

If you should develop an infection, let your doctor know right away. You don't want to self diagnose your symptoms or take or apply medications without consulting your doctor. You need to make sure they don't conflict with your cancer treatment. Be cautious, don't assume you know what to do.

Be vigilant and careful. Make yourself a priority.