The use of high-energy rays or particles to treat disease is called
Sometimes it is called radiotherapy,
When radiation is used at high levels (many times those used for x-ray exams) this energy can be used to treat
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Source: National Cancer Institute
Managing Radiation Therapy Side Effects What To Do About Feeling Sick to Your Stomach and Throwing Up (Nausea and Vomiting) “I asked my doctor... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
After mastectomy, you likely will have radiation therapy, which targets any cancer cells that may be left behind in the area. The timing and dose of... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
Radiation therapy is a highly targeted, highly effective way to destroy cancer cells that may linger after surgery. This reduces the risk of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Radiation sickness is illness and symptoms resulting from excessive exposure to ionizing radiation.There are two basic types of radiation: ionizing... Read more »