Chemoradiation describes the process of using chemotherapy in tandem with radiation therapy to treat cancer.
But how does chemoradiation work? Is it only used for particular kinds or stages of cancer? And, how do you know if you might be a good candidate for it?
We consulted three experts: gynecologic oncologist and surgeon Pamela Soliman, M.D., head and neck radiation oncologist David Rosenthal, M.D., and thoracic radiation...
Cancer treatment can cause physical and emotional side effects. You may notice changes to your nails if you receive chemotherapy or certain...
Hair loss is a side effect of cancer treatment that can be physically and emotionally challenging.
"When patients lose their hair...
Many cancer patients ask how long it might take for chemotherapy to shrink their tumors.
That’s a tough question because the answer depends on so many variables. We have to consider the type of cancer, as well as its stage, size and location. The type of chemotherapy drug(s) we’re giving the patient also plays a role, along with any other kinds of therapy they’re receiving.
The most important factor, though, is the biology...
If you're about to have chemotherapy for the first time, you might be wondering what to expect from this type of cancer treatment.
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The risk of developing blood clots is somewhat higher among cancer patients. This is due both to the inflammatory nature of the disease itself...
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Chemotherapy is one of the most common treatments for cancer. It’s typically used to kill cancerous cells in the body, but it can also be...
Antibiotics are a class of medications used to treat bacterial infections. They work by either killing the bacteria outright or by disabling...