The Principles of Radiotherapy for Cancer
Radiation therapy or also known as radiotherapy is a standard treatment method for cancer, along with surgery and chemotherapy. Currently, it is utilized to cure localized solid tumors like breast cancer, skin cancer and even cervical cancer. It may as well be utilized for lymphoma and leukemia treatment Radiotherapy causes cancerous cells the inability to develop and multiply by ruining the DNA structure located in these cancerous cells. Radiation exposure is applied with the hope of eradicating the cancer and curing the disease. The procedure of radiotherapy itself is intended to target cancer cells, there is a possibility that healthy cells adjacent the tumor becoming affected by the exposure thus causing damages to these healthy cells. The basic technique of radiotherapy is to optimize tumor cell radiation exposure while minimizing the exposure to healthy cells. When healthy cells are exposed to radiation, it may cause several adverse effects. The progress [...]
The History of Cancer Radiotherapy
When Rontgen and Becquerel discovered radiation and x – rays during the late 1800s it stimulated the development and research for radiation application. Also, during the turn of the century, Marie Curie received a Nobel Prize for her work and research on radioactive elements. Coincidently, based on several studies at that time, physicians and scientist discovered that radiation exposure slowed and regressed the development of several cancerous tumors. At that time experts could not find the cause of this phenomena even though based on historical data, the first oncologist treated successfully the first cancer patient in 1898. During this early era of radiotherapy, it was mainly used to treat superficial types of cancer. Interestingly enough, most cancer cases treated at this time had a tendency to reoccur due to the inconsistent specification of radiation application procedures and the huge doses of radiation the patient was exposed to. The development of [...]
Understanding the Various Techniques of Radiotherapy
Radiation therapy or also known as radiotherapy is regularly used to treat cancer. Currently, along with surgery and chemotherapy, radiotherapy is a standard treatment protocol for various types of cancer. Though, compared to other types of treatment modalities such as surgery and chemotherapy, radiotherapy has the least amount of knowledge and understanding by a majority of the public. Basically, there are four variations or types of radiotherapy which are explained below. First of all is the conventional and conformal therapy, this procedure is usually administered to simple and basic cancer cases. This technique uses single or double beam directions to irradiate a specific target area without the use of intricate shielding areas of the body that has not been affected by the cancer such as the spine or brain. The basic principal for this procedure is applying multiple radiation beam directions to focus as close as possible towards the target [...]
Alternative cancer treatments
Alternative cancer treatments also called complementary treatments are non-traditional methods of diagnosing, preventing, or treating cancer. A good amount of cancer patients find these therapies as good alternatives to relieve side effects or symptoms, ease pain, and make their lives more comfortable during treatment. Mind, body, and spirit alternative cancer treatments are non-traditional methods that promote optimistic attitude and a healthy spirit to give positive physical results. Mind-body medicine is founded on an area of care, Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI). It is the study of how the mind affects the body. Psycho, being the patient’s state of thinking, mood, and emotions while Neuro, being the neurological and neuroendocrine systems of the body. Immunology pertains to the patient’s cellular structure and immune system. The spiritual well being is another important aspect of alternative cancer treatments as it is said to be an important part of daily life many cancer patients and may be [...]
What is Natural Cancer Treatment
Naturopathy or naturopathic medicine is an alternative medical system that gives emphasis on natural remedies and the human body’s vital ability to heal and maintain itself. Naturopathy encompasses many different treatment methods with varied degrees of acceptance by medical communities all over the world. Naturopathy is practices in many countries and is subject to the different standards of regulation and acceptance levels. Natural cancer treatment or naturopathic medicine in cancer is a unique system of primary health care which is considered an art, a science, and a philosophy. It may combine practices in diagnostics, treatment, and sickness prevention. Its central goal is to use the healing power of nature to maintain and restore health. Naturopathic practitioners specialize in natural health care and use natural, non-toxic therapies to support the patient and encourage natural self healing process, with the focus on building health.
A very quick update from what is cancer
Hi everyone, I just wanted to say hi and thanks for all your support lately in our cancer forum . so far we have over 650 posts in just 3 weeks… I’m very excited. I want to update you about 2 new sections and pages in What is Cancer . I just published 2 new pages. the first one is what is brain cancer and the second one is what is what is liver cancer. Very soon I will be writing more articles about other different types of minor cancers. Thanks again and see you very soon
what is the best gift for someone who has cancer?
rip4volley asked: my friend was just diagnosed with cancer, and she is going through chemo. i really want to get her a good gift, or someething that wil make her smile. what should i get her/do?
Is it possible for a Male to get breast cancer?
Saranghae Key asked: This has always been question thats been in my head for years.
How do you know a cancer man is still in love with you?
Jessica C asked: My (zodiac)Cancer man broke up with me and went back to his ex. What are some signs that he may still be interested based on his sign. What would a typical Cancer man do to express love after he breaks up with you and wants to come back? He has done somethings but I just want to hear what some of you think.