Is Immunotherapy Right for My Lung Cancer?
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/ Updated June 29th, 2018

Is Immunotherapy Right for My Lung Cancer?

Medical Source: Dr. Leena Gandhi
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Is immunotherapy an appropriate treatment for your lung cancer? Many people see ads on television for new cancer therapies – including those that work by tweaking the immune system to recognize and attack a cancer. These commercials can open up an important dialogue between you and your doctor about appropriate treatments for your lung cancer.

But available immunotherapy drugs are not for everyone, and your oncologist can help you determine if they may be beneficial for you. Considerations include the molecular characteristics of your tumor and the therapies you have tried in the past as well as your overall health.


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Dr. Leena Gandhi most recently served as Director of Thoracic Medical Oncology at NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center. Read More

Is immunotherapy an appropriate treatment for your lung cancer? Many people see ads on television for new cancer therapies – including those that work by tweaking the immune system to recognize and attack a cancer. These commercials can open up an important dialogue between you and your doctor about appropriate treatments for your lung cancer.

But available immunotherapy drugs are not for everyone, and your oncologist can help you determine if they may be beneficial for you. Considerations include the molecular characteristics of your tumor and the therapies you have tried in the past as well as your overall health.

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Learn more about SurvivorNet's rigorous medical review process.

Dr. Leena Gandhi most recently served as Director of Thoracic Medical Oncology at NYU Perlmutter Cancer Center. Read More

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