Several factors can contribute to patients choosing to discontinue their cancer treatment prematurely:
Adverse Side Effects: Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation can cause severe side effects, including nausea, fatigue, and pain, leading some patients to halt treatment. Financial Constraints: The cost of cancer treatment can be prohibitive, and some patients may not have adequate insurance coverage or financial resources to complete their regimen. Lack of Support: Emotional and logistical support from family and healthcare providers is crucial. A lack of support can make it difficult for patients to continue treatment. Misunderstanding the Necessity: Some patients might not fully understand the importance of completing their treatment or may believe that initial improvements mean they can stop. Alternative Therapies: Some patients might turn to alternative or complementary therapies, believing them to be safer or more effective.
