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What can next after 6 round Chemotherapy

2022-05-31 02:00:29
My father diagnosed with lung cancer 4th stage in Dec 2021 ...6 chemotherapy complete Doce + carboplatin Currently done Re pet ct doctor said 80% tumor shrinks ...One oncologist said .We can give rest patient for next 3-4 ,month after that can give chemo and immunotherapy Another doctor said we should start maintenance therapy What should I do in this case plz suggest ... Current condition of father is Breathless after going to first floor Always feel weakness Temperature remains 99 to 100 Attaching 2 pet ct old and new
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Hiiii..he would need molecular testing to see if any targeted therapy can be given. depending upon the testing various options of targeted therapy is available which can be given... consult a medical oncologist for further guidance..

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