These medications circulate in the bloodstream and block the growth and division of the cancer cells. You may receive your treatment as an inpatient, as an outpatient in the clinic, or at home. The length and type of therapy varies from one person to another and depends on the type of cancer.
Chemotherapy affects the rapidly dividing cancer cells.
Some normal cells are also rapidly dividing and may be affected. Certain chemotherapy may also have an effect on the liver, kidneys, nervous tissue, pancreas, lung, bladder, or heart. We may not be able to prevent these side effects, but there are things that can be done to help you manage them. If we are not able to manage your side effects, the doctors may change the dose or schedule of your chemotherapy treatments. All rights reserved.