Is it possible to have cancer chemotherapy without drugs?

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The article is expertly consulted by Dr. Dr. Le Tan Dat - Internal Medicine Oncologist - Oncology Center, Vinmec Central Park International General Hospital.
Chemotherapy - The method of using drugs to stop the growth of cancer cells and can be considered one of the most difficult stages for cancer patients. Chemotherapy can cause many side effects that make patients tired. Is it possible to have cancer chemotherapy without drugs?

1. Side effects of chemotherapy

Typical side effects of chemotherapy are: Feeling nauseous; Decreased appetite due to chemotherapy; Pain from mouth ulcers; Diarrhea; Skin peeling; Fatigue and body aches...
In addition, there may be rare but life-threatening side effects of chemotherapy such as:
Drug shock Sepsis due to severe leukopenia Drug-induced renal failure Nephrotoxicity Electrolyte disturbances due to uncontrolled vomiting or diarrhea However, communication about the side effects of chemotherapy between patients and oncologists in some hospitals is still difficult because of patient psychology. still afraid.

2. How to reduce the side effects of chemotherapy

Each patient responds to chemotherapy differently and has different side effects. Therefore, it is important to find out in advance about possible side effects during chemotherapy. Some side effects can be effectively treated with preventive medicine such as vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, skin redness, muscle aches. However, it is important for patients to promptly detect dangerous, life-threatening side effects such as extravasation, fever, granulocytopenia, diarrhea or vomiting grade 3, 4, and anaphylaxis. be treated promptly and avoid serious consequences.
What the patient needs to prepare:
Consult the literature on possible side effects associated with the upcoming chemotherapy drug. Especially information on extravasation, fever, agranulocytosis, severe diarrhea or vomiting, anaphylaxis, and embolism. Keep a diary of side effects by day. Save the emergency number or hotline of the chemotherapy center so that you can be contacted 24/7. Contact us immediately if serious side effects appear or are suspected. Talk to your doctor/clinician about medications to prevent or treat side effects. Necessary medications are often prescribed at home by a doctor to take when side effects occur.

3. Support chemotherapy patients at Vinmec Central Park Cancer Center

In order to help patients suffer less from those side effects, Vinmec Central Park Oncology Center has set up a team and program to support chemotherapy patients. On top of that, patients have more time to talk to their doctors and fewer side effects.
Experienced team of specialists
Chemists connect with clinical oncology pharmacists as well as continuously trained oncology nurses. Nutritional advice during chemotherapy. Emergency physicians – resuscitation ready; Cardiologists, respiratory doctors, nephrologists consult during the day, palliative care doctors and leading experts are invited to support difficult cases. Adhering to drug treatment according to international standard protocols
Adjustment of drug doses is based on standard practice of EVIQ - Australia and reputable centers The adjustment of drug doses has a high degree of consistency between doctors and pharmacists Clinical evidence based on convincing medical evidence and treatment goals for each patient Chemotherapy drugs are genuine, stored under standard conditions
Well-prepared and invested drug management process Fully qualified to meet JCI standards - USA Chemotherapy drugs are dispensed in a sterile central dispensary system with a standardized process Highly secure drug delivery with a special leak-free delivery system , fine-hole filters, PVC-free infusion line material, needles adapted to each drug Using subcutaneous injection chambers, PICC to avoid blood collection, multiple injections

Chemotherapy side effect management program is available
Side effect management program includes:
Side effect monitoring and recording system 24-hour information support line, 24 hour emergency admission 7 always have an oncologist to handle serious side effects. The chemotherapy emergency system is available right at the chemotherapy room: extravasation treatment unit, advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation vehicle, response team. Rapid cardiopulmonary resuscitation With such preparation, the incidence of side effects of chemotherapy is minimized. Chemotherapy patients are closely monitored and supported promptly to prevent serious side effects. Oncology Center of Vinmec Central Park International Hospital always wishes to be able to help patients pass chemotherapy in a gentle, safe and most effective way.

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