TREATMENT
Immune cells generate cytokines, which are protein particles that move other cells in the body. Immunotherapy launches huge amount of proteins in the body to:
- Enhance the immune system to create more fighting cells against diseases.
- Makes it easier to determine the cancer cells in the body.
What are the conditions that immunotherapy treats?
Immunotherapy treats several kinds of cancers:
The primary types of immunotherapy that a doctor can use cancer treatment are the following:
- Cancer vaccines
- Adoptive cell therapy
- Monoclonal antibodies
- Immunomodulators
How to manage side effects
Different kinds of immunotherapy can give rise to different effects. Numerous side effects are based on the kind of treatment, the affected area, the type, and the individual’s overall health. Before it starts, ask your doctor about the side effects of your particular treatment.
The entire medical team may help you reduce and fight side effects which is known as supportive care.
The side effects of this procedure ranges from mild to life-threatening. It depends on how serious the effects are, or your doctor may stop the therapy and prescribe you with drugs known as corticosteroids.
Usual side effects of immunotherapy
The most usual side effects include the following:
- Skin response. Redness and dryness of the skin.
- Similar to flu symptoms. Fever, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness are the usual side effects.
Some of the side effects are:
- Trouble breathing
- Swelling of legs
- Headaches
- Diarrhea
- Sinus congestions
- Cough
Ask your doctor on how you can prevent the side effects.