Treatments to cancer

Radiation therapy involves the use of X-rays, gamma rays, electrons and other forms of high-energy radiation. The treatment is painless and does not last long, from one to five minutes. In fact, the waiting and preparation phases often take longer than the treatment itself, about 10 to 15 minutes.

Chemotherapy is a systemic treatment, that is to say, it can reach all parts of the body and destroy cancer cells, even microscopic ones, wherever it finds them. It uses drugs designed to prevent cancer cells from multiplying and destroying those already present in the body.

The mode of treatment used, whether it be radiotherapy, surgery, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or any combination of these four kinds of treatment will depend on a joint decision reached by all the specialists involved in your treatment and you.

Cancer treatments are often accompanied by side effects, which manifest as symptoms of physical, and even psychological, discomfort. Although usually transitory, they can vary depending on the treatment in question and the sensitivity of each individual.

While cancer treatments are essential to allow the patient to confront this health challenge, they can unfortunately result in a weakened immune system. Certain precautions need to be taken to protect the person with cancer.

Radiotherapy

Chemotherapy

Other cancer treatments

Managing side effects of cancer and treatments

Precautions to take when one has cancer

Treatments to cancer

Radiotherapy

Chemotherapy

Other cancer treatments

Managing side effects of cancer and treatments

Precautions to take when one has cancer

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