Money a big factor in cancer treatments
2008-03-26 14:57:59 (GMT) (Caymanmama.com - Health News News)Washington: In case one is suffering from cancer and the doctor is looking for heath treatments, it can be possible that the doctor is looking for more financially viable options. Many doctors feel that the cost of treatment is sidestepped by many doctors while discussing health treatment. According to Dr Allen Lichter of American Society of Clinical Oncology, “These are awkward discussions,” he continued “At least we can bring this out in the open.”
For those cancer patients that cannot be cured and are looking for a longer survival and quality life can lead to bankruptcy. The price for the treatment of cancer can be staggering. For instance, the cost of treatment for colon cancer can reach to $60,000. However, if one goes for cheaper option, i.e. leads to hair loss and many other complications that makes hiding cancer treatment impossible. In case of costly medicine, Oxaliplatin, it can lead to nerve damage in feet and hand. This is the worst option for computer programmer and musician.
Given the high price of drugs, it is hitting badly all medically uninsured people. However, there are many drug companies that provide free medical treatment. This program is known as Partnership for Prescription Assistance and since the year 2005, more than 5 million people have been benefited with such program. According to Dr. Neal J. Meropol from Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, “As long as a therapy provides a benefit, it will tend to be offered to patients. Whether it’s a small benefit or a moderate benefit, it may be offered with the same level of enthusiasm.”
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