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Therapeutic Radiology Overview

radiology is also called radiation oncology or radiation therapy. It's the treatment of cancer and ... Therapeutic radiology is also called radiation oncology or radiation therapy. It is the ... therapeutic radiology;radiation oncology;external beam therapy;brachytherapy;p09513

Radiation Therapy: Support and Resources

*Radiation Therapy Resources ... . Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells. It can also ... Use these resources to help you learn about radiation therapy. Radiation Therapy: Support and ... Radiation;radiation therapy resources help;cancer treatment;82294

Skin Care During Radiation Therapy

*Radiation Tx Skin Care ... your skin after radiation therapy. Skin Care During Radiation Therapy Radiation therapy can ... . Keep in mind that side effects don't affect how well the radiation therapy works on your cancer ... Oncology;Skin Care During Radiation Therapy;Oncology;82316

Understanding Radiation Therapy

*Radiation Therapy ... Radiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. It uses high-energy X-rays or ... particles to kill cancer cells. Understanding Radiation Therapy Radiation therapy is a common ... 83865;understanding radiation therapy;radiation therapy;external radiation;internal radiation;brachytherapy;radiation oncology;oncology, radiation

Topic Index - Radiology

imaging, diagnostic radiology, therapeutic radiology, radiation oncology, and interventional radiology ... Radiology Nuclear Medicine Therapeutic Radiology (Radiation Oncology) Therapeutic ... radiology, radiologist, radiology team, radiological imaging, diagnostic radiology, therapeutic radiology, radiation oncology, interventional radiology

Cancer Treatment Team

. Your oncologist may also act as the lead healthcare provider for all your cancer care. Oncology ... , form your cancer care team. Cancer Treatment Team Your cancer treatment team may include many ... cancer;cancer treatment;oncology;surgeon;oncologist;oncology nurse;treatment team;radiologist;p07151

Treatment for Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM)

, radiation, and chemotherapy. GBM is a fast-growing cancer that tends to spread. It often comes ... healthcare provider uses radiation to treat cancer. Medical oncologist. This healthcare ... Glioblastoma multiforme;GBM;brain tumor;brain cancer;oncology;neurosurgery;neury-oncology;astrocytoma;atrocytes;90383

Radiation Therapy: Managing Short-Term Side Effects

*Radiation Short Term Side Effects ... -Term Side Effects Radiation therapy uses strong energy beams to kill cancer cells. It tends to damage ... your cancer is getting worse or that therapy isn’t working. Caring for your skin Skin problems ... 83871;radiation therapy, managing side effects;radiation oncology, side effects

Therapeutic Radiology (Radiation Oncology)

brachytherapy Therapeutic Radiology (Radiation Oncology) Listed in the directory below are some ... Detailed information on therapeutic radiology, including information on external beam therapy and ... therapeutic radiology, radiation oncology, external beam therapy, brachytherapy

Topic Index

imaging, diagnostic radiology, therapeutic radiology, radiation oncology, and interventional radiology ... Radiology (Radiation Oncology) Interventional Radiology Radiology is the branch of medicine that ... radiology, radiologist, radiology team, radiological imaging, diagnostic radiology, therapeutic radiology, radiation oncology, interventional radiology

Radiation Therapy Team

*Radiation Therapy Team ... Radiation therapy uses high-energy X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells. This therapy can ... help you in your fight against cancer. Your radiation therapy team will work with you during ... 83867;radiation therapy team;radiation therapy goals;radiation therapy treatment plan

Cancer: Coping with Hair Loss

*Cancer Hair Loss Coping ... Hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Not all types of ... chemotherapy and radiation therapy cause hair loss. But if it does happen, these tips can help ... Oncology coping with hair loss;cancer;82305;chemotherapy;chemo;alopecia

Adrenal Cancer: Radiation Therapy

Radiation Therapy for Adrenal Cancer ... Radiation therapy is not often the main treatment for adrenal cancer. But it may be used ... where the tumor has spread. Adrenal Cancer: Radiation Therapy Radiation therapy uses high ... adrenal;tumor;glands;cancers;oncology;treatments;radiation;therapy;radiotherapy;high-energy;kidneys;19180-1

Thyroid Cancer: External Radiation Therapy

Treatment for Thyroid Cancer: External Radiation Therapy ... *Thyroid Cancer ERT ... In radiation therapy, strong, high-energy rays kill cancer cells or slow their growth. In ... external radiation therapy, the radiation is aimed at the cancer from a source outside the body ... radiation;x-rays;beams;cells;internal;interstitial;seeds;radioactive;pellets;external;radiotherapy;external;oncology;cancer;tumors;thyroid;glands;17676-1

Discharge Instructions for Radiation Therapy

*Radiation Therapy Dc ... Radiation therapy uses beams of high-energy X-rays or particles to kill cancer cells or slow ... Radiation Therapy Radiation therapy uses beams of high-energy X-rays or particles to kill cancer ... discharge instructions for radiation therapy;oncology;cancer treatment;after radiation therapy;86457

Self-Care After Radiation Therapy

ED Radiation Therapy Self Care ... *ED Radiation Tx Self Care ... Therapy Home care Radiation therapy is a common cancer treatment. Side effects of radiation depend on ... Follow these guidelines for home care after radiation therapy. Self-Care After Radiation ... 116465en;RADIATION THERAPY;home care;oncology care;cancer treatment;radiology;radiation

Radiation Therapy: Your Daily Life

*Radiation Tx Daily Life ... Radiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. To feel better, get plenty of ... Radiation therapy can be a key part of cancer treatment. To feel better during treatment, get plenty of ... 83873;radiation therapy, your daily life;radiation therapy, lifestyle during treatment;radiation oncology, lifestyle during treatment

Malignant Mesothelioma: Newly Diagnosed

. Radiation oncologist.  This provider treats cancer with radiation therapy. Pulmonologist ... (oncologic surgeon).  This provider uses surgery to treat cancer. Medical oncologist.  This ... mesothelioma;radiation oncologist for malignant mesothelioma;BMesD2

Liver Cancer: Newly Diagnosed

*Liver Cancer New Dx ... When You are Newly Diagnosed with Liver Cancer ... doctor who specializes in treating cancer with medicines, such as immunotherapy, targeted therapy, or ... chemotherapy. Radiation oncologist.  This is a doctor who specializes in treating cancer with ... cancer;liver cancer;treatment for liver cancer;BLivO1

Cancer Care: Controlling Diarrhea

*Cancer Diarrhea Tips ... . Cancer Care: Controlling Diarrhea A common side effect of cancer and cancer treatment is ... therapy Immunotherapy Radiation therapy to the belly or pelvis Certain medicines, like ... Oncology controlling diarrhea;radiation;chemotherapy;on1011a;82303;chemo


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