After treatment for Ewing’s sarcoma
Having and being treated for Ewing’s sarcoma can cause fatigue. You will also need to have regular checkups after treatment is finished.
Fatigue
During your treatment you may start to feel tired and listless. This may be general fatigue or it may be that you become tired more easily after normal activities. This is quite normal and usually occurs with leukaemia and its treatments.
Do talk about how you are feeling with your consultant or clinical nurse specialist. They will be able to suggest ways of conserving your energy or may be able to treat the causes of your tiredness, such as not being able to sleep or anaemia.
If you are at home, try to plan your day so that light activities are spaced between more energetic activities. Do get enough rest and only do what you feel you can cope with. People will often be willing to lend their support.
If you get tired easily, limit your activities and conserve your energy for the things that mean the most to you. Ask your family and friends to help with household chores.
Checkups
After your treatment is finished you will continue to be monitored with regular checkups, scans and blood tests. If you notice new symptoms or have any concerns about your health between appointments, please contact your hospital.