Chemotherapy Treatment - How It Works and What to Expect

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How is Chemo given?

Chemotherapy can be given in several ways. Your doctors will recommend the best type for you. chemotherapy given into a vein (intravenous chemotherapy) – this is usually done in hospital and involves medicine being given through a tube in a vein in your hand, arm or chest

How long does chemotherapy take to kill cancer cells?

You'll usually have several treatment sessions, which will typically be spread over the course of a few months. As well as killing cancer cells, chemotherapy can damage some healthy cells in your body, such as blood cells, skin cells and cells in the stomach.

Does chemo kill cancer cells?

The word "chemotherapy" ("chemo") is often used when referring to medicines or drugs that treat cancer. But, not all drugs used to treat cancer work in the same way. Traditional or standard chemotherapy uses drugs that are cytotoxic, meaning they can kill tumor cells.

What is chemotherapy used for?

Chemotherapy can be used as the primary or sole treatment for cancer. After other treatments, to kill hidden cancer cells. Chemotherapy can be used after other treatments, such as surgery, to kill any cancer cells that might remain in the body. Doctors call this adjuvant therapy. To prepare you for other treatments.

What Is Chemotherapy

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