Cancer treatments and guidelines

Cancer treatments aim to destroy or control abnormal cells and may include surgery (removing tumors), radiation therapy (using high-energy rays to target cancer), chemotherapy (drug treatment to kill cancer cells), immunotherapy (boosting the immune system’s ability to fight cancer), targeted therapy (drugs that attack specific cancer features), and hormone therapy (blocking hormones that fuel certain cancers). Treatment plans depend on cancer type, stage, and patient health. Guidelines recommend personalized approaches, considering potential benefits and side effects, and often involve a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes and support patient well-being.