Chemotherapy options

Chemotherapy may be recommended for recurrent or advanced stage prostate cancer. Chemotherapy is the use of anticancer drugs designed to destroy cancer cells or impede their ability to grow and reproduce. It is most often recommended for advanced or metastatic prostate cancer.

Using evidence-based medicine, our doctors strive to find the most appropriate treatment options for you. At City of Hope, our team of specialists is experienced in delivering targeted, individualized chemotherapy options while also proactively managing side effects.

We understand the potential side effects of chemotherapy are unpleasant and may include nausea, fatigue, hair loss, mouth sores and numbness of the fingers and/or toes. Your care team will use multiple measures to help reduce or moderate chemotherapy-related symptoms. Prior to receiving chemotherapy for prostate cancer, you may receive pre-medications to help make symptoms more tolerable.