CAR T-cell Treatment

CAR T-cell therapy is a specialized treatment that uses your own immune system to recognize and destroy cancer cells. In this process, doctors collect some of your T cells—a type of white blood cell—and alter them in a lab so they are better equipped to find cancer, including through medications like Abecma or Carvykti. This topic covers what to expect before, during, and after the infusion, including common side effects and the daily recovery process. Here, you will find practical information and shared experiences from others to help you and your caregivers navigate each step of this treatment.