Immunotherapy is a kind of cancer treatment that assists the immune system to fight against cancer. The immune system assists the body in fighting infections and other disorders. Immunotherapy is a form of biological treatment.
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My dad has metastatic NSCLC lung cancer. What is the treatment?
Query: Hi doctor, My father was diagnosed with metastasis NSCLC lung cancer, which spreads to the ninth and eighth ribs of the chest (all other organs are still not affected). Two cycles of chemotherapies are completed in the last one and half months with 21 days intervals. Now the doctor suggested chemoth... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns. Usually, immunotherapy plus chemotherapy is suggested for two years as per international guidelines. Its duration can be reduced if the PET scan shows a complete response (complete resolution of disease)... Read Full »
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