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General Questions & Answers About Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments for cancer. It is the main treatment for some types of cancer, such as leukemia, Hodgkin's disease and non-Hodgkin's lymphomas. Cancers of the lung, breast, testes, colon, ovary, and stomach are also treated with chemotherapy. For some patients, chemotherapy may be the only treatment they receive.


What Is Chemotherapy and How Does It Work?

What Is the Goal of Chemotherapy?

Will Chemotherapy Be My Only Treatment for Cancer?

A Checklist of Questions to Ask Your Doctor or Nurse

Should I Get a Second Opinion?

Where Will I Get Chemotherapy?

How Often Will I Receive Chemotherapy Treatment? How Long Will It Last?

How Will the Chemotherapy Treatment Be Given to Me?

Does Chemotherapy Hurt?

What Are Clinical Trials?

Can I Take Other Medicines While I Am Getting Chemotherapy?

Can I Be Around My Family and Friends While I Am Getting Chemotherapy?

Will I Be Able to Work During Treatment?

How Will I Know If My Chemotherapy Is Working?

How Do I Give My Permission for this Treatment?

How Do I Pay for My Chemotherapy?

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