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Chemotherapy has no strict age limit. Health and strength matter more than age. Learn how chemo affects children and older adults.

WHAT IS CHEMO

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NO AGE LIMIT

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HEALTH OVER AGE

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CHEMO IN SENIORS

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CHEMO OVER 80

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CHEMO FOR KIDS

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SCHOOL AND CHEMO

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Stories

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KIDS ON CHEMO AND SCHOOL

WHAT IS CHEMO

Chemotherapy targets fast growing cancer cells. Treatment depends on health, cancer type, and how strong the body is.

NO AGE LIMIT

There is no maximum age for chemotherapy. Doctors decide based on health and medical conditions, not age.

HEALTH OVER AGE

A healthy older adult may handle chemo better than a younger person with health issues. Function matters more than age.

CHEMO IN SENIORS

Older adults may need dose changes. Age affects kidneys, liver, and bone marrow, so care is personalized.

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CHEMO OVER 80

People over 80 can get chemo if benefits outweigh risks. Quality of life guides decisions.

CHEMO FOR KIDS

Children including infants get special chemo plans. Doses are adjusted to protect growth and development.

SCHOOL AND CHEMO

Many kids can attend school when immunity is safe. Doctors guide timing and infection precautions.

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