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Immunotherapy is transforming cancer care but not everyone can receive it. Learn who qualifies and which conditions may prevent treatment.

WHAT IS IMMUNOTHERAPY

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WHO MAY NOT QUALIFY

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AUTOIMMUNE CONDITIONS

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ACTIVE INFECTIONS

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HEART AND LUNG RISKS

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SPECIAL POPULATIONS

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WHAT DO DOCTORS CHECK

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A BALANCED APPROACH

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Stories

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WHO QUALIFIES FOR IMMUNOTHERAPY

WHAT IS IMMUNOTHERAPY

Immunotherapy helps the immune system fight disease especially cancer. Not all patients qualify and doctors evaluate risks before treatment.

WHO MAY NOT QUALIFY

Some patients cannot receive immunotherapy due to health risks. Autoimmune disease active infection heart issues or certain medications may prevent approval.

AUTOIMMUNE CONDITIONS

Uncontrolled autoimmune diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis may flare during treatment making immunotherapy unsafe for some patients.

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ACTIVE INFECTIONS

Patients with chronic or acute infections like tuberculosis or hepatitis may need delayed or adjusted treatment before starting immunotherapy.

HEART AND LUNG RISKS

Heart failure asthma or lung disease may increase side effects during treatment. Doctors plan carefully to protect high risk patients.

SPECIAL POPULATIONS

Pregnant patients older adults and children need special evaluation. Treatment may be adjusted or delayed depending on safety.

WHAT DO DOCTORS CHECK

Doctors use biomarkers health history past treatments and immune status to decide eligibility and personalize treatment safely.

A BALANCED APPROACH

Immunotherapy offers hope but requires safety evaluation. Proper screening helps patients benefit while avoiding serious side effects.

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