Chemotherapy is a drug-based treatment that uses anti-cancer medicines to destroy cancer cells or slow their growth. Since different medicines work in different ways, they may be used alone or in combination. Chemotherapy may also be given alongside surgery, radiation therapy, immunotherapy or targeted therapy as part of a multimodal treatment plan.
At Apollo Cancer Centres, experienced medical oncologists develop a personalized chemotherapy plan based on the type and stage of cancer, the patient’s overall health and the goals of treatment. Patients receive coordinated care before, during and after chemotherapy in a comfortable and supportive environment, with a focus on managing side effects and making the treatment experience as manageable as possible.
Why Chemotherapy Is Required
Treat Cancer: Used as the main treatment for cancers that respond well to chemotherapy.
Neoadjuvant Therapy: Given before surgery/radiation to shrink a tumour.
Adjuvant Therapy: Given after surgery/radiation to destroy any remaining cancer cells.
Control Metastatic Disease: Used to control the growth of cancer that has spread beyond its original site.
Palliative Treatment: Used to relieve symptoms and improve quality of life in advanced cancer.
Support Other Treatments: Used alongside surgery, radiation, targeted therapy or immunotherapy, as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
Key Advantages
Side Effects of Chemotherapy
- Fatigue
- Nausea and vomiting
- Hair loss
- Increased risk of infection
- Anemia and easy bruising or bleeding
- Loss of appetite and changes in taste
- Mouth sores or digestive changes
- Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet
- Changes in memory or concentration
Continuum Of Care
Chemotherapy at Apollo Cancer Centres is delivered by experienced medical oncologists and oncology nursing teams, in comfortable day-care settings designed for both efficiency and patient comfort. Every treatment plan is personalized, factoring in your specific cancer type, stage, overall health and treatment goals, and reviewed regularly to ensure it continues to be the right approach as your treatment progresses. Supportive care, including nutrition counselling, side-effect management, and emotional support, is built into the chemotherapy journey from the very first session.
