The Role of Radiation Therapy in Cancer Treatment

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Radiation Therapy, also known as radiotherapy, is
a form of cancer treatment that uses high-energy
radiation to kill cancer cells or prevent them
from multiplying. It is one of the most common
and effective cancer treatments available today
and is often used in combination with other
treatments such as surgery and chemotherapy. Dr.
Hari Mohan Agrawal, a passionate radiation
oncologist, believes in the power of radiation
therapy to help cancer patients live longer,
healthier lives. He works closely with patients
and their families to develop personalized
treatment plans that take into account the type
and stage of cancer, as well as the patient's
overall health and medical history.
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There are two main
types of radiation
therapy external beam
radiation therapy and
internal radiation therapy. External beam
radiation therapy is the most common form of
radiation therapy and involves directing
high-energy radiation from an external source
towards the cancerous tumor. The radiation is
typically delivered in small doses over a period
of several weeks to minimize damage to healthy
tissue. Internal radiation therapy, also known
as brachytherapy, involves implanting
radioactive material directly into or near the
cancerous tumor. This allows for a higher dose
of radiation to be delivered directly to the
tumor while minimizing damage to surrounding
healthy tissue.
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Radiation therapy can be used to treat a wide
variety of cancers, including breast cancer,
lung cancer, prostate cancer, and many others.
It can be used as the primary treatment for some
types of cancer, or as part of a combination
therapy approach for others. One of the key
benefits of radiation therapy is that it is a
non- invasive treatment option, meaning it does
not require surgery. This can be particularly
beneficial for older patients or those with other
health conditions that may make surgery
risky. However, like all cancer treatments,
radiation therapy does come with some potential
side effects. These can include fatigue, skin
irritation, and in some cases, more serious
complications such as radiation pneumonitis or
radiation-induced cancers.
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• Dr. Agrawal works closely with his patients to
  manage any side effects and ensure they are as
  comfortable as possible throughout their
  treatment. He also emphasizes the importance of
  open communication between patients and their
  healthcare team, as this can help ensure the
  best possible outcomes for patients.

Overall, radiation therapy is an important tool
in the fight against cancer. With advances in
technology and treatment techniques, radiation
therapy continues to evolve and improve, offering
hope and healing to millions of cancer patients
around the world.
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