Getting a Cancer diagnosis is overwhelming and scary. You must learn about your cancer and available treatment options. As part of your treatment plan, your doctor may recommend radiation Therapy. In this article, you will learn important things to know about radiation that will help you decide on the best course of treatment for you.
Important things to know about radiation: The basics.
Radiation therapy, also called radiotherapy, uses energy beams that contain supercharged particles to kill cancer cells, thereby causing tumors to shrink.
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I started Zaggo, a nonprofit organization, to help patients and family caregivers manage illnesses and injuries, after caring for my teenage son Zachary during his 27-month battle with terminal brain cancer. My caregiving experience led to a passion for helping patients and family caregivers be engaged, empowered members of their medical teams to help them get the best healthcare and outcomes possible.
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