Treatment For Cancer

Surgery

Surgery is the process of removing the tumour together with any surrounding tissue. It is frequently used when cancer is contained to a single region. Surgery can be curative, meaning it aims to remove all cancer cells. It may also be used to reduce the tumour size (debulking) or to relieve symptoms caused by the tumour pressing on organs or nerves. Surgery is commonly used for cancers like breast, prostate, and colorectal.

Chemotherapy

Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill or stop the growth of cancer cells. These medications work well for cancers that have spread since they can be injected or taken orally and can permeate the entire body. Chemotherapy is often given in cycles to allow the body to recover. It may be used alone or in combination with other treatments like surgery or radiation, especially for cancers like leukaemia, lymphoma, and breast cancer.

Radiation Therapy

Radiation treatment uses high-energy photons or particles to kill cancer cells. It can be administered intravenously (brachytherapy) or externally. This treatment targets specific areas, making it ideal for localized cancers or as a complementary therapy post-surgery to eliminate remaining cancer cells. Radiation therapy is effective for many cancer types, including breast, prostate, brain, and cervical cancer, and can also help reduce pain in advanced cancer stages.

Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy boosts the body’s immune system to recognize and fight cancer cells more effectively. Treatments include checkpoint inhibitors, CAR T-cell therapy, and cancer vaccines. It is particularly effective against cancers that have spread or are resistant to other treatments. Immunotherapy can have fewer side effects than traditional treatments, as it specifically targets cancer cells without harming normal cells.

Targeted Therapy

Targeted therapy focuses on specific molecules or genetic mutations within cancer cells that contribute to their growth and survival. These treatments include drugs like tyrosine kinase inhibitors and monoclonal antibodies. By targeting these specific pathways, the therapy can effectively block cancer progression with fewer side effects than chemotherapy. Targeted therapy is commonly used for cancers with identifiable genetic markers, such as breast cancer, lung cancer, and certain types of leukemia.

Hormone Therapy

Cancers like breast and prostate cancer that rely on hormones to spread are treated with hormone therapy. It prevents the body from producing hormones or interfering with the actions of hormones already present in the body. This treatment can slow or stop cancer growth and is often used alongside surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy. Hormone therapy is particularly effective in cancers that test positive for hormone receptors.

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