Cytostatic therapy

Cytostatic therapy is a treatment that uses drugs that inhibit cell division. This treatment method is used to fight various types of cancer such as leukemia, lymphoma, breast cancer, etc.

The principle of action of cytostatic drugs is that they block cell division, causing their death. This leads to tumor shrinkage and a reduced risk of disease recurrence.

There are several types of cytotoxic therapy, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and immunotherapy. Each type of therapy has its own characteristics and can be used depending on the type of cancer and the stage of the disease.

Chemotherapy is one of the most common methods of cytostatic therapy. It involves taking medications that kill cancer cells by targeting their DNA. Radiation therapy can also be used to kill cancer cells, but it is not as effective as chemotherapy.

Immunotherapy is a new cancer treatment that relies on activating the immune system to fight cancer cells. This method can be used either independently or in combination with other methods of cytostatic therapy.

It is important to note that cytotoxic therapy may have side effects such as nausea, vomiting, hair loss and others. Therefore, before starting treatment, it is necessary to undergo a full examination and discuss possible risks with your doctor.

Cytostatic therapy is a method of treating tumor diseases that uses drugs that affect cell division. It belongs to the field of oncology and can be used to treat various types of cancer. For more effective treatment of cancer, it is necessary to find out the reasons for its development and create specific therapy. During treatment with cytostatic therapy, a person may experience various side effects, for example, impaired immunity, delayed