What should I do if I can't tolerate chemotherapy?
Disease description:
The doctor advised me to go to the hospital recently for chemotherapy, but I'm afraid to go because I'm worried I won't be able to tolerate it. I'd like to ask, what should I do if I can't stand the chemotherapy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Peng Xiaodong
Chemotherapy can be stopped or switched to alternative treatments if the patient cannot tolerate it. Chemotherapy typically uses drugs to achieve treatment goals, but it may cause adverse effects. If a patient finds the side effects unbearable, chemotherapy can be paused until the body recovers, after which treatment may resume. If the patient still cannot tolerate it, alternative therapies such as immunotherapy or targeted therapy can be considered.
