Transcription of Radiation Therapy Principles - Robert B. Laughlin
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Radiation Therapy Principles - Robert B. Laughlin
Radiation Therapy Principles Radiation and radioactivity were discovered more than 100 years ago. Since then advances in technology and a better understanding of its effects on the body have made Radiation Therapy an important part of cancer treatment. In fact, more than half of all people with cancer will get Radiation as at least part of their cancer treatment. Here we will help you understand what Radiation Therapy is, how it is used to treat cancer, and what some of the common side effects are. For more detailed information on the possible side effects of Radiation and how to deal with them, please see our document called Understanding Radiation Therapy : A Guide for Patients and Families. How does Radiation work to treat cancer? Radiation is energy that is carried by waves or a stream of particles. It damages the genes (DNA) and some of the molecules of a cell.
Radiation Therapy Principles Radiation and radioactivity were discovered more than 100 years ago. Since then advances in technology and a better understanding of its effects on the body have made
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