Question

write a paper that describe the differences in antineoplastic therapy in children, adult and older adult.consider the differences in medication choice , indications,

dosing variables, pharmacokinetic variables, adverse reactions, pregnancy,and body system changes with the aging process

Answer 1

ANTINEOPLASTIC THERAPY

Includes preventing, inhibiting or halting the development of a neoplasm (a tumor) such as in colon cancer.  It comprises traditional chemotherapy as well as newer techniques that includes hormonal drugs and immunotherapy (including targeted therapies) that is  targeting only tumor cells specifically and doesnot target normal cells, hence proving more advance.

The differences in antineoplastic therapy in childrenand adult includes more side effects in children and old age people than seen in adults. It consists of Taurodontia, (the dental changes), resulting in changes in the development of the enamel and roots of the teeth. Adverse reacctions are more severe as it includes changes in  developmental process leading to permanent damage in future.

Cancer patients who are taking antineoplastic drugs have an increased risk of infertility. If they are treated during pregnancy, these patients have an increased risk of miscarriage or having a child with a birth defect.

Difference in medication may result in

• Mouth soreness
• Nausea, vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Constipation or diarrhea
• Hair loss
• Skin changes or reaction

Body system changes may include weak immune system, easy bruising and bleeding, trouble in breathing etc.