Fluid retention
Some types of chemotherapy can cause the body to retain fluid. This swelling (edema) often occurs in the feet, hands, arms and/or legs. Reducing salt intake and getting regular exercise can lessen the effects of edema.
Learn about fluid retention as a chemotherapy side effect
Swelling (fluid retention) (National Cancer Institute)
Swelling (Chemocare)
Edema (Mayo Clinic)
See also:
Palliative care
