Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to destroy cancer cells. It is usually used in combination with other treatments, such as surgery and radiation therapy, to treat cancer. Chemotherapy works by interfering with the cancer cells' ability to multiply and spread throughout the body. The drugs used in chemotherapy are usually delivered intravenously or orally. The drug is designed to specifically target and destroy cancer cells, while leaving healthy cells intact. Chemotherapy is often used to shrink a tumor and reduce the risk of the cancer spreading, as well as to treat cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Chemotherapy is a powerful treatment option and can be used in different combinations to treat different types of cancer. However, it can also cause side effects, such as nausea, fatigue, hair loss, and risk of infection.