Question

Define the term chemotherapy.

Answer 1

Chemotherapy: 1. In the original sense, a chemical that binds to and specifically kills microbes or tumor cells. The term chemotherapy was coined in this regard byPaul Ehrlich (1854-1915).2. In oncology, drug therapy for cancer. Also called "chemo" for short.Most cancer chemotherapeutic drugs are given IV (into a vein) or IM (into muscle). Some anticancer agents are taken orally (by mouth). Chemotherapy is usually systemic treatment, meaning that the drugs flow through the bloodstream to nearly every part of the body.

Answer 2

Answer:

• The use of chemicals for therapeutic effect is called chemotherapy.
• For example: the use of chemicals in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases.