Understanding chemotherapy - Macmillan Cancer

Possible side effectsChanges in how your kidneys workSome chemotherapy drugs can affect how well your kidneyswork (kidney function).Before each treatment your kidneys will be checked witha blood test. You’ll be given fluid through a drip (infusion),before and after the treatment, to keep your kidneys workingnormally. The nurses may ask you to drink plenty of fluid andto record what you drink and the amount of urine you pass.Changes in hearingSome chemotherapy drugs can affect your hearing. You mayhave ringing in the ears (tinnitus) and lose the ability to hearsome high-pitched sounds. Very occasionally your sense ofbalance may be affected. Any hearing loss (and balancechanges if they occur) may be permanent. Tinnitus usuallyimproves when treatment ends.Tell your cancer doctor or nurse if you notice any hearingloss or tinnitus.61