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GlossaryAnticancer (Antineoplastic)

inhibits the growth and spread of cancer cells

Anticancer, also known as antineoplastic or antitumor, refers to substances or treatments that inhibit the growth and spread of cancer cells. These agents work through various mechanisms, such as damaging the DNA of cancer cells, inhibiting cell division, or blocking the blood supply to tumors, ultimately aiming to eliminate or reduce the malignancy.

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research Cutaneous Drug Reaction Case Reports

January 2003 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology”

In 2002, various skin reactions were reported due to different drugs, including allergies, hair loss, skin lesions, and other skin conditions.

research Dermatological Manifestations in Pediatric Oncology Patients at a Tertiary Hospital in Honduras

June 2023 in “Revista médica hondureña”

Most pediatric cancer patients in the study developed skin problems, often due to their cancer treatment.

research When Bugs and Drugs Conspire: Driving Acneiform Skin Toxicity

1 citations, February 2020 in “The Journal of clinical investigation/The journal of clinical investigation”

Certain cancer drugs interact with skin bacteria to cause acne-like rashes.

research Drug-Induced Hair Loss and Hair Growth

147 citations, April 1994 in “Drug Safety”

Some drugs can cause hair loss or increase hair growth, but these effects are usually reversible when the drug is stopped.

research Mucocutaneous Side Effects of Antineoplastic Chemotherapy

55 citations, November 2004 in “Expert opinion on drug safety”

Chemotherapy often causes hair loss, nail changes, and mouth issues, but these are usually manageable.

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