Cancer Therapy
Cancer therapy refers to a variety of treatments designed to combat cancer, a disease where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably. The main types include surgery, where tumors are removed; radiation therapy, which uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells; and chemotherapy, which employs drugs to stop cancer cell growth. Targeted therapies focus on specific characteristics of cancer cells. Immunotherapy helps the body’s immune system recognize and destroy cancer cells. Each treatment can be used alone or in combination, tailored to the individual’s specific type of cancer and overall health, aiming to eliminate the disease or manage its symptoms effectively.
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Cancer therapy refers to treatments aimed at fighting cancer, a disease where abnormal cells grow uncontrollably. Common therapies include surgery to remove tumors, radiation therapy that uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells, and chemotherapy, which involves drugs to target and destroy these cells. There are also newer approaches like targeted therapy that focuses on specific characteristics of cancer cells, and immunotherapy that helps the body's immune system fight cancer. Each treatment option varies based on the type of cancer, its stage, and the individual patient, often requiring a personalized approach for effective management.