Esophageal Cancer Treatment – Chemotherapy
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Chemotherapy for Esophageal Cancer
Chemotherapy treats esophageal cancer by using drugs that can destroy cancer cells by impeding their growth and reproduction. Also called "anticancer" drugs, chemotherapy can be administered intravenously, by injection or by mouth. For patients fighting esophageal cancer, chemotherapy is typically combined with radiation therapy and/or surgery.
Chemotherapy may cause unpleasant side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, hair loss and mouth sores, during your esophageal cancer treatment. At Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), we embrace new approaches to chemotherapy that can help reduce or moderate these side effects. One such approach that we utilize is fractionated-dose chemotherapy, which can help diminish common side effects such as nausea and vomiting.
In addition to offering many standard chemotherapy protocols, medical oncologists at CTCA are well-informed of the latest chemotherapy drugs and combinations and will work with you to find the treatment that best meets your particular situation.
Furthermore, CTCA offers an array of supportive therapies to help make any esophageal cancer chemotherapy side effects more bearable. For example, our nutritionists and naturopathic practitioners often suggest solutions for dealing with nausea. Registered dietitians are also available to help you create a practical nutrition plan to ensure that you are eating and maintaining your strength during chemotherapy.
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