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Hello, Has Anyone Ever Gone Through Immunotherapy And Had Severe Stomach Issues? I’m Losing A Lot Of Weight And I’ve Had Diarrhea Forever.

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Wheeling, IL

They have gave me steroids. It helped for sometime then it did not.

September 29
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I had Opdivo and Yervoy and was lucky, I didn't get the side effects they said I would

September 30
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Immunotherapy for melanoma, such as immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) like nivolumab (Opdivo) and ipilimumab (Yervoy), can cause gastrointestinal (GI) side effects, including diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. These symptoms can lead to weight loss and dehydration if left untreated. It's crucial to inform Show Full Answer

Immunotherapy for melanoma, such as immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) like nivolumab (Opdivo) and ipilimumab (Yervoy), can cause gastrointestinal (GI) side effects, including diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. These symptoms can lead to weight loss and dehydration if left untreated. It's crucial to inform your cancer care team about these persistent issues, as they may need to adjust your treatment plan or provide additional interventions to manage these side effects effectively.

September 29

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