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Macmillan and Cancerbackup merged in 2008. Together we provide free, high quality information for people affected by cancer through our publications, website and phone service. Find out more|.
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Chemotherapy| is the use of special anti-cancer (cytotoxic) drugs to destroy cancer cells.
It's rarely used to treat cancer of the thyroid but may be used if the cancer returns or has spread to other parts of the body.
We have a section on chemotherapy| which discusses this treatment and how to cope with any side effects.
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If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.