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A member asked:

Are there organizations that would assist financially for chemotherapy called camptosar (irinotecan)? copay is too much.

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Dr. Carlo Contreras answered

Specializes in Surgical Oncology

Couple of options: First, ask to make an appointment with a local social worker that is affiliated with your hospital or clinic. In addition, here are some resources: http://www.Cancer.Org/treatment/findingandpayingfortreatment/index?Sssourcesiteid=null http://www.Cancercare.Org/financial.

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Answered 12/9/2013

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