Monoclonal antibody medicines for cancer: How they work

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What cancers may be treated with monoclonal antibody drugs?
How does the immune system fight cancer?
How do monoclonal antibody drugs work?
How are monoclonal antibody drugs used in cancer treatment?
What types of side effects do monoclonal antibody drugs cause?
What should you consider when deciding on monoclonal antibody drug treatment?
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What is an antibody?
What is a monoclonal antibody?
How do monoclonal antibody medicines work?
How are monoclonal antibody medicines used in cancer treatment?
What are the side effects of monoclonal antibody medicines?
Common side effects
Serious side effects
What should you consider when deciding on monoclonal antibody medicine treatment?

More common side effects caused by monoclonal antibody medicines include:

Allergic reactions.
Flu-like symptoms, including chills, tiredness, fever, and muscle aches and pains.
Nausea and vomiting.
Diarrhea.
Skin rashes.