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The doctor must allow the patient to undergo chemotherapy treatment if it is deemed medically necessary to effectively manage or eliminate cancer. Chemotherapy can shrink tumors, reduce the risk of cancer spreading, and improve survival rates. Additionally, the decision is based on the patient's informed consent and understanding of the benefits and risks associated with the treatment. Ultimately, it is a collaborative decision between the patient and the healthcare team, prioritizing the patient's health and preferences.
What else can I help you with?
What is life expectancy of primary spinal cancer and secondary liver cancer?
It all depends on the patient because every responds differently with treatment. My father lived 8 months after bone metastases. If he had opted to undergo chemotherapy, the doctor said he may live for another year and a half.
What can a nurse do if the patient refuse treatment and the doctor give treatment to the patient?
Thank the Dr. for providing the patient care and leave the room. Done.
What treatment for age onset scoliosis?
Treatment for the onset of scoliosis will be dependent upon the age of the patient and the severity of the curvature. The patient may have to wear a back brace, undergo physiotherapy and/or undergo surgery to insert a metal rod in the spine to prevent it from worsening.
Treatment of Diabetes?
Treatment of diabetes frequently requires a partnership between the patient and doctor. The patient must monitor blood sugar levels and follow the management plan advised by her doctor. The doctor will make adjustments as needed.
Is a doctor chosen by the patient who is the first doctor the patient sees responsible for making referrals for further treatment by a specialist or for hospitalization?
If the doctor believes treatment by a specialist or hospitalization is necessary, yes, he is responsible for making those recommendations to the patient. The patient is ultimately the one who will either accept or reject those recommendations, and could seek a second opinion from another doctor if he or she chooses. If the patient accepts the advice of the first doctor, the doctor will make the referrals.
Is chemotherapy advisable for patients above 85 years?
Chemotherapy can be given safely to elderly people. The oncologist choses the type and dose of chemotherapy that would be best tolerated by an older person. As with any type of medical treatment, all risks/side effects must be weighed against potential benefits. And sometimes chemotherapy is given for palliation, which means, it is meant to make a person feel better without the objective of curing the cancer.
What will a doctor check for initially in examining a patient with low back pain?
The doctor will examine the patient's back and hips to check for conditions that require surgery or emergency treatment.
Where to get help for bulimia?
Hospitals and treatment centers (both in-patient and out-patient) and therapy session, usually.
What is the best treatment for Mesothelioma My grandfather was just diagnosed.?
The best treatment is going to be the one that is designed to treat the location of the cancer, the type and stage of cancer and how he responds to treatment. There are 3 basic options for treatment, surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. I suggest you go to http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/pdq/treatment/malignantmesothelioma/Patient or http://www.mayoclinic.org/mesothelioma/treatment.html to learn more from reputable medical sources and then talk to his doctor.
A patient with acute low back pain should recover after what length of treatment?
If the patient has not experienced some improvement after several weeks of treatment, the doctor will reinvestigate the cause of the pain.
How to write a disclaimer in a doctor's prescription?
Legally you can't, as you are directly responsible for the patient's treatment.
Can you undergo chemotherapy if you don't have a spleen?
Yes, you can undergo chemotherapy without a spleen. However, individuals without a spleen may have a higher risk of infection due to a weakened immune system, so it's important to work closely with your healthcare team to monitor and manage any potential complications.
