Radiation Therapy

**Radiation Therapy**

Radiation therapy, a crucial element of cancer treatment, harnesses high-energy radiation to combat cancerous cells. It targets cancerous tissues with precision, sparing nearby healthy cells. This non-surgical approach aims to shrink tumors, eliminate cancer cells, and alleviate symptoms.

Radiation therapy can be delivered externally using machines called linear accelerators or internally through radioactive materials called brachytherapy. A team of medical professionals, including radiation oncologists, nurses, and physicists, collaborates to devise personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.

The benefits of radiation therapy extend beyond tumor reduction. It can also relieve pain, shrink enlarged lymph nodes, and prevent metastasis. For inoperable tumors, radiation therapy offers a viable alternative to surgery. It can also augment the effectiveness of other treatments like chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

Keywords:

* Radiation Therapy
* Cancer Treatment
* Cancer
* Tumor Shrinkage
* Cancer Cell Elimination
* External Beam Radiation Therapy
* Brachytherapy
* Radiation Oncologist
* Symptom Relief
* Pain Management
* Inoperable Tumors