Targeted Drug Therapy or Single Clinical Assessment (For Cancer Treatment)

· Those looking for a safe Targeted Drug Therapy procedure in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
· Those who have gotten tested and deemed suitable for Targeted Drug Therapy.
· Those whose cancer did not respond to other therapies, has spread, or is inoperable.
· Those who wish to get a maintenance treatment for their cancer after surgery or other treatments.

Targeted drug therapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to target specific proteins and genes that can regulate the growth and survival of cancer cells. This therapy can also affect the environment that helps cancer growth such as the blood vessels.

To qualify for this therapy, cancer cells of the patient should have 'targets', which are a specific gene mutation. The drugs used in this therapy are small enough to enter cells easily, so they are used for targets that are inside the cells. They mark cancer cells so it is easier for the immune system to find and destroy them.

Targeted drug therapy can be the only treatment a patient needs, or doctors may also combine this therapy with other cancer treatments such as traditional chemotherapy, surgery, and/or radiotherapy. This depends on the doctor’s consultation and examination on the patient’s case.

Common ways to administer the targeted therapy drugs are by mouth (tablet or capsule) or intravenously. There are also a few drugs that are administered by injection.

Not all cancer patients are candidates for this therapy. It is restricted to patients whose tumor has the target for a particular targeted therapy drug. To determine if a patient’s tumor has the target, a biopsy should be done beforehand. A biopsy is a procedure in which the doctor removes a piece of the tumor for testing.

<Advantages>
· Helps prevent cancer recurrence
· Destroys remaining cancer cells
· Can be used as a maintenance treatment
· Boosts the immune system
· Can be taken at home (with precautions)

<Limitations>
· Major changes can happen in life, thus having emotional support is important
· Not all cancer patients are suitable for this treatment. Please consult with your attending doctor first

· If your targeted therapy drug is to be taken at home, please follow the instructions on how to handle and store the targeted drug.
· Take precautions to not let friends and family come into contact with the targeted therapy drug or your body fluids, especially if the specialist instructs you to do so. Sometimes, you may be advised to wear gloves when handling the pills or capsules.
· Any spilled IV drug, powder or dust from a pill or capsule, or liquid from the oral targeted therapy can be hazardous to others.

· Diarrhea
· Liver problems
· Blood clotting issues
· High blood pressure
· Fatigue
· Mouth sores
· Nail changes
· Hair and skin problems
· Very rarely, a hole might form through the wall of the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large bowel, rectum, or gallbladder

Please talk to your doctor about the risks and side effects for your targeted drug therapy as this will depend on your case.

Q1: Why is this therapy recommended to be taken with other cancer treatments?
A1: Cancer cells can become resistant to targeted therapy, so the treatment may work best when combined with other types of targeted therapy, or with other cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and radiation.

Q2: Is it painful?
A2: This largely depends on the individual. Some discomfort can be felt during IV administration or injection, and to some, the side effects can be painful. Please consult with the doctor if you are concerned.

Q3: How often will I receive it?
A3: This depends on your cancer condition, the type of targeted therapy as well as your body’s reaction to the treatment. This therapy may be done every day, every week or every month. Some are given in cycles that are followed by a period of rest for you to recover.

[Clinic Name] ALPS Medical Centre
[Location] Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
[Nearest Station/ Nearest Tourist Destination] Clinic is located at Menara See Hoy Chan in Jalan Tun Razak, around 7 mins drive from the Petronas Twin Towers
[Clinic Opening Time] Monday to Saturday (9:00AM - 6:00PM) ; Closed on Sunday

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