Now Know All about Targeted Therapy
What is Targeted Therapy?
Targeted therapy uses drugs to target specific molecules in cancer cells, disrupting growth.
How Does It Work?
It interferes with cancer cell proteins or genes responsible for cancer growth and survival.
Types of Cancer It Can Treat
Effective for lung cancer, breast cancer, colon cancer, and certain types of leukemia.
Preparing for Treatment
Get genetic tests to identify mutations that make targeted therapy suitable for your cancer.
What Happens During Treatment?
Oral or intravenous drugs are administered over weeks to months based on cancer type.
How Long is Treatment?
Treatment duration varies but often lasts months, depending on the response to the therapy.
Side Effects of Targeted Therapy
Common side effects include fatigue, skin problems, high blood pressure, and diarrhea.
Benefits and Recovery
Slows cancer progression and can be used with other treatments for more effective results.
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