[3] Low muscle mass is associated with increased risk of dose - limiting chemotherapy toxicities, such as low white blood cell count and reduced overall survival, and therefore it is extremely important to maintain muscle mass in advanced cancers. (naturopathiccurrents.com)
In cancer therapy, melatonin counteracts chemotherapy toxicity, by acting as an anti-oxidant agent, and promotes apoptosis (programmed cell death) of cancer cells, thus enhancing the toxicity of chemotherapy. (hawaiinaturopathicretreat.com)
Throughout this whole process, it is crucial to keep an eye on Taco's blood work, to see if he is having steroid or chemotherapy toxicity, and to monitor any other changes. (mutts.com)