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There are many advantages of taking adjuvant therapy depending on the type of cancer one is fighting. Since adjuvant therapy is a additional treatment given after a primary it is an added measure to the fight against cancer. One should consult with a doctor before considering adjuvant therapy.
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What are adjuvant treatments for endometrial cancer?
Adjuvant treatments for endometrial cancer are radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy
When would a cancer patient get ajuvant therapy?
Adjuvant therapy is given to a cancer patient when they have had surgery, but, because of the risk of re-occurrence in that area, they are given this additional therapy as a precaution. A patient may get radiation as an adjuvant therapy.
Why is adjuvant therapy recommended for stage IV malignant melanoma patients?
Adjuvant therapy (auxiliary drug treatment used to make possibility of relapse less for those at high risk) is also considered.
Is platinum-based chemotherapy a adjuvant chemotherapy?
Yes. It can either be used by itself as straight chemo therapy or as an adjuvant chemo therapy. I myself am on adjuvant chemo therapy with Cisplatin, which is a highly toxic platinum drug, in this case administered by IV. My skin is having mild reactions, my hair is falling out, and my blood counts are low, especially my hemoglobin counts, which leaves me weak, tired and out of breath.
What are the chances After cancer treatment have been completed what therapy is used to decrease that chances that the cancer will recur?
Adjuvant therapy is used to decrease the chances that cancer will recur.
What is the benefit of interferon alpha 2a therapy?
This adjuvant therapy may slightly increase the duration of a patient's disease-free state and lengthen overall survival.
What has the author Everett V Sugarbaker written?
Everett V. Sugarbaker has written: 'Interdisciplinary cancer therapy' -- subject(s): Adjuvant treatment, Cancer
Chemotherapy used after surgery is referred to as?
It is called adjuvant
What type of treatment is recommended to decrease the rate of relapse of recovering malignant melanoma patients?
In an effort to decrease the rate of relapse, adjuvant therapy may be considered.
Why would a person have chemotherapy after a tumor was removed?
When a cancer has been removed by surgery, chemotherapy may be used to keep the cancer from coming back (adjuvant therapy).
What is adjuvant?
Adjuvant is a subsatance that together with antigen increases antibody reaction.
What is the significance of the study about hypnosis in treating clients with mental and physical disorders?
It is found to be useful adjuvant therapy. Hypnosis should be done under the supervision of the treating medical team.
