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Chemotherapy at Dr. Nakra's speciality care clinic
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells that grow and divide quickly. Chemotherapy can be used for different purposes, such as:
- To cure cancer or prevent it from coming back (curative chemotherapy)
- To shrink a tumor before surgery or radiation therapy (neoadjuvant chemotherapy)
- To destroy any remaining cancer cells after surgery or radiation therapy (adjuvant chemotherapy)
- To slow down the growth of cancer or relieve symptoms (palliative chemotherapy)
Chemotherapy can be given in different ways, such as:
- By mouth (oral chemotherapy)
- By injection into a vein or muscle (intravenous or intramuscular chemotherapy)
- By injection into the spinal fluid (intrathecal chemotherapy)
- By injection into a body cavity (intracavitary chemotherapy)
- By applying to the skin (topical chemotherapy)
Chemotherapy can also be combined with other treatments, such as surgery, radiation therapy, hormone therapy, immunotherapy, or targeted therapy.
Chemotherapy can cause side effects because it can also affect healthy cells that grow and divide quickly, such as those in the mouth, intestines, hair, skin, blood, and bone marrow. Some of the common side effects of chemotherapy are:
- Fatigue
- Nausea and vomiting
- Hair loss
- Mouth sores
- Diarrhea or constipation
- Infections
- Bleeding or bruising
- Anemia
- Neuropathy (nerve damage)
- Skin and nail changes
- Fertility problems
- Memory and concentration problems
Most side effects are temporary and get better or go away after chemotherapy is finished. However, some side effects can be long-lasting or permanent, depending on the type and dose of chemotherapy used. Some of the long-term effects of chemotherapy are:
- Heart damage
- Lung damage
- Kidney damage
- Liver damage
- Nerve damage
- Hearing loss
- Bone loss
- Secondary cancers
To prevent or manage side effects, doctors may prescribe medications, suggest lifestyle changes, or recommend supportive care services. Patients should report any side effects to their doctors and follow their advice on how to cope with them.
Chemotherapy is a powerful treatment that can kill cancer cells, but it can also cause serious side effects. Chemotherapy can be used alone or with other treatments for different types of cancer. Chemotherapy can be given in different ways and at different times. Patients should understand the benefits and risks of chemotherapy and work with their doctors to find the best treatment plan for them.
Chemotherapy in Delhi-NCR
We ensure the best chemotherapy in Delhi-NCR and palliative care for cancer. We have the latest medicines and advances set up to treat malignant diseases. We provide the most ethical and affordable way while preserving the quality of care and ensuring reasonable value to the patients.
Get in touch with us to know more about chemotherapy and its uses. We ensure utmost professionalism and offer our patients the best hospitality and top-notch treatment. You can fix your appointment with Dr. Vineet Nakra by clicking the link below.