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Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is one form of treatment for cancer, with some possible side effects that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some common side effects of chemotherapy, for which we have provided a brief overview.

What is Chemotherapy?

Chemotherapy is the treatment of cancer with drugs and other substances that can destroy cancer cells. These substances could be thought of as "anticancer" drugs. However, chemotherapy is not only used to treat cancer. It is sometimes used to treat other conditions.

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