Chemotherapy for cancer Cancer is one of the most dreaded chronic diseases. Once the cancer is infected, it forms tumors in the body and slowly destroys the health. There is no exact treatment for this cancer. Certain types of treatments can cause temporary aging. However, no treatment currently has the power to completely reduce cancer. Research is going on for them now. Chances of cancer recurrence after treatment are high. Cancer comes in stages. 'Chemotherapy' is used to prevent cancer cells from growing rapidly in the body and preventing the spread of the disease. Currently chemotherapy is very important to get rid of cancer. Although the side effects of chemotherapy are side effects, they can also be reduced with some precautions and cancer can be prevented from coming back WHAT IS CHEMOTHERAPY? The treatment of cancer with certain types of drugs (injection, tablet) is called 'chemotherapy'. The type of cancer, its severity. There are many drugs and medicines depending on it. Chemotherapy is thought to be done in the fourth stage of cancer. But, that is just a myth. Doctors say that by undergoing chemotherapy from the second stage, the chances of curing the cancer completely are high. Chemotherapy is administered through the nerve. Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to prevent cancer from returning after surgery to remove cancer cells. Cancer tumors are removed in the operation. Cancer cells that have already spread to other parts of the body begin to grow. Chemotherapy destroys cancer cells that have spread to other parts of the body. Risks of Chemotherapy Chemotherapy given to destroy cancer cells remaining in the body also kills normal cells. Cancer cells are less likely to reproduce. But, cells in the body's tissues can reproduce. That is why a 2-3 week interval is given after each session of chemotherapy. That is why cancer patients prefer to undergo chemotherapy. Now let us know what are the side effects of chemotherapy. Blood in the body decreases. The number of white blood cells that protect against infections decreases. For this the doctor prescribes antibiotics. Those who have taken chemotherapy should consult a doctor immediately if they experience high fever, cough and sweating. Red blood cells also decrease. Due to this, if the victims suffer from anemia, blood transfusion is required. There may be bleeding from the nose. Decreased blood cell count means more chances of blood clots in the body. Therefore, those undergoing chemotherapy should be kept under observation by a doctor. Vomiting occurs. This is a common side effect. Doctors prescribe some medicines for this problem. Mouth ulcers and sores on the tongue. Oral hygiene to obey Hair loss. It psychologically affects the victims Disappointing. > Constipation or diarrhea may occur. You can drink more water after chemotherapy to prevent constipation. Feeling tired. > Infertility problems occur. Doctors say it is best to avoid pregnancy while undergoing chemotherapy. » Skin irritation and itching with drugs given in chemotherapy * Weight will be reduced. People undergoing chemotherapy do not feel hungry. By eating less, you will lose weight. It is better to eat small amounts of protein rich foods. If weight loss is excessive consult a dietician and take advice.