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Monoclonal antibody drugs for cancer: How they work
What cancers may be treated with monoclonal antibody drugs?
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How does the immune system fight cancer?
What is a monoclonal antibody?
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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How does the immune system fight cancer?
What is a monoclonal antibody?
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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Monoclonal antibody drugs are treatments that enlist your body's germ-fighting immune system against diseases, including cancer.
If your health care provider recommends a monoclonal antibody drug as part of your cancer treatment, find out what to expect from this therapy. Learn enough about monoclonal antibody drugs so that you feel comfortable asking questions and making decisions about your treatment. Work with your health care provider to decide whether a monoclonal antibody treatment may be right for you.