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What are the side effects of immunotherapy? How long do they last?

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Palm Coast, FL
September 6, 2025
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A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I feel lucky my only side effects have been extreme fatigue but it has been getting worse lately

September 6, 2025
A MyLymphomaTeam Member

I've been doing immunotherapy for about seven years now and have had no side effects. I don't know how long they last, obviously they last a long time in my case.

September 6, 2025
MyLymphomaTeam

Common side effects of immunotherapy for lymphoma are generally mild and flu-like in nature. These include:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Skin reactions
• Nausea
• Headaches
• Body aches
• Chills
• Changes in blood pressure More serious side effects can occur when immunotherapy overstimulates the immune system. These reactions can Show Full Answer

Common side effects of immunotherapy for lymphoma are generally mild and flu-like in nature. These include:

• Fever
• Fatigue
• Skin reactions
• Nausea
• Headaches
• Body aches
• Chills
• Changes in blood pressure More serious side effects can occur when immunotherapy overstimulates the immune system. These reactions can vary depending on which part of the body is affected. For example, some people may experience joint inflammation. While most side effects are manageable, life-threatening reactions have been reported in some cases.

It's important to work closely with your healthcare team to monitor and manage any side effects. They can provide appropriate treatments and adjustments to help you cope with side effects throughout your treatment journey.

September 6, 2025

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