Yes, chemotherapy can make you sick. Chemotherapy drugs are designed to target and kill cancer cells, but they can also affect healthy cells in the body, which can lead to side effects such as nausea and vomiting. These symptoms are common and can occur shortly after treatment, lasting for a short period or, in some cases, for a few days. It's important to discuss with your healthcare team about the potential side effects of chemotherapy and what measures can be taken to manage them. read more >>

Some chemo drugs can cause nausea (feeling sick to your stomach) and vomiting (throwing up). These symptoms often start a few hours after treatment and last a short time. In some cases, they may last for a few days. Be sure to ask your cancer care team if your chemo might cause this and what you can do about it.read more >>