Cancer therapy refers to the various treatments and interventions used to manage and combat cancer, a disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. Cancer therapies aim to eliminate cancer cells, reduce tumor size, prevent metastasis (spread to other parts of the body), and alleviate symptoms associated with the disease.
Common modalities of cancer therapy include surgery, which involves the removal of tumors and surrounding tissue; radiation therapy, which uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells; chemotherapy, a systemic treatment that utilizes drugs to target and destroy rapidly dividing cells; and immunotherapy, which harnesses the body’s immune system to fight cancer. Additionally, targeted therapy focuses on specific molecular features of cancer cells, and hormone therapy is used to block hormone production that fuels certain cancers.
The choice of therapy depends on various factors, including the type and stage of cancer, the patient’s overall health, and specific characteristics of the cancer itself. Cancer therapy can be used alone or in combination with other treatments to maximize effectiveness and improve patient outcomes.
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