Recommended Frequency for Follow-Up Appointments After Cancer Treatment

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Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Galen. Please find the below response to your query.

The recommended follow-up time after completing cancer treatment can indeed vary based on several factors, including the type and stage of cancer, the specific treatment received, and individual patient factors.

1. Frequency of follow-up visits: Initially, follow-up visits may be more frequent, gradually spacing out over time.

2. Timing of follow-up visits: During the first year after treatment, patients may have appointments every few months. As time goes on and if there are no signs of recurrence, appointments may be reduced to every six months or annually.      

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