Is it safe to go to work immediately after cancer treatment?

Rebecca you may be thinking of brachytherapy which is a radioactive implant (internal radiation therapy) continuously emitting radioactive substance to the tumor which can exit the body via fluids like sweat and urine. The precautions don’t apply for external beam radiation therapy which is not radioactive, more of a big bad sun beam hitting the tumor site

What about chemotherapy?

Rebecca, check with your oncology pharmacist. One of the Chemo drugs I was taking was passed through urine and it was recommended that I wash my underclothes separately for the first four to five days after chemo.

All unmetabolized drugs are passed through your urine and feces. That includes chemo drugs. So, I still don't understand why a chemo patient would intentionally expose others to their drugs.

Your concern about safety protocols after cancer treatment shows great awareness and care for both yourself and others around you. The precautions your medical team has discussed with you are important to follow, and it's completely understandable to feel confused when hearing about different approaches. Every person's treatment plan, recovery timeline, and workplace situation can vary significantly, so what works safely for one person may not be appropriate for another. Speaking directly with your oncology team about your specific situation and any workplace safety concerns would be the best way to get personalized guidance for your circumstances.