X-ray therapy

X-ray therapy, also known as radiotherapy, uses powerful X-ray beams to target and destroy cancer cells. The high-energy radiation damages the DNA of these cells, preventing them from dividing and causing them to die. This treatment can be precisely focused on a tumor, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue. It is often used alone or alongside other treatments like surgery or chemotherapy. While effective for many cancers, X-ray therapy may also have side effects depending on the treatment area, but advances aim to maximize benefits while reducing risks.