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What is chemo for breast cancer like?

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Dr. Reza Shirazi answered

Specializes in Radiation Oncology

Tolerable: It can be rough on some people but generally tolerable. Depending on the drug regimen used, some can make the hair fallout temporarily, give some figure tip, and toe numbness, and make a person weak and immune compromised for a short while. But if your medical oncologist recommends it, it is because the benefits outweighs the risks of potential side effects.

Answered 2/16/2015

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Breast ca treatment: Chemotherapy nowadays is way more tolerable than many years ago. We do have good product to prevent side effects. There are many kinds of chemo - the possible side effects will depend on the type of chemo. We use chemo both as a single agent and combination of more than one kind -depending on the treatment goal. We also have targetted therapy as well as hormonal therapy in addition to chemo.

Answered 12/18/2012

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