Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is a systemic cancer treatment that uses medicines to destroy cancer cells or slow their growth. It plays a vital role in treating various cancers, either alone or in combination with surgery, radiation therapy, or other targeted treatments.
What Is Chemotherapy?
Chemotherapy involves the use of specialized drugs that circulate throughout the body to target cancer cells. These medicines work by stopping cancer cells from dividing and growing, helping control disease progression, relieve symptoms, and improve treatment outcomes.
Types of Chemotherapy
1. Curative Chemotherapy
Used with the intent to eliminate cancer completely and achieve long-term disease control.
2. Adjuvant Chemotherapy
Given after surgery or radiation therapy to destroy remaining cancer cells and reduce recurrence risk.
3. Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy
Administered before surgery to shrink tumors and improve surgical outcomes.
4. Palliative Chemotherapy
Focused on controlling cancer growth, relieving symptoms, and improving quality of life.
When Is Chemotherapy Recommended?
Benefits of Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is carefully planned based on cancer type, stage, and patient health to ensure maximum benefit with manageable side effects.
Care During Chemotherapy
Why Choose Dr. Shivam Shingla for Chemotherapy?
Dr. Shivam Shingla provides chemotherapy with a patient-focused and evidence-based approach, ensuring safety, comfort, and effectiveness.