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Chemotherapy As A Cancer Treatment
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Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells. It can be used alone or in combination with other treatments like surgery or radiation therapy.
Key Features
- Kills cancer cells
- Targets fast-growing cells
- Can be administered orally or intravenously
- May cause side effects
Pros
- Effective in treating various types of cancer
- Can shrink tumors before surgery or radiation
- Can help prevent cancer recurrence
Cons
- May have side effects like nausea, hair loss, and fatigue
- Can lower blood cell counts
- May damage healthy cells as well as cancer cells