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Thursday, April 11, 2019

ARTICLE: " 10 QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE ACCEPTING RADIATION THERAPY FOR CANCER"

10 Questions to Ask BEFORE Accepting Radiation Therapy for Cancer
By Elyn Jacobs
From The Truth About Cancer web site
  
 Below is an Article Summary.  To read the article in its entirety click on the link below:

ARTICLE SUMMARY:
  • Radiation therapy cancer treatment uses high-powered X-rays with the intention to kill cancer cells.
  • While in the past researchers believed that radiation could actually kill cancer cells, researchers are now discovering that radiation treatment creates more cancer!
  • While radiation appears to target cancer cells and can regress tumors, this is only in the short-term, before the tumors regrow with a vengeance.
  • Radiation therapy can be useful for palliative care as a method to control pain or manage other quality of life symptoms.
  • BEFORE you schedule any radiation therapy appointments to treat your cancer, there are 10 questions you need to ask your doctor. These questions are meant to empower you to take control of your health and have a clear understanding of the cancer treatment being offered.

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