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Can radiation therapy cause lung calcification?
Can radiation therapy cause imflamation and calcification on breast mammeogram? No, it will not cause calcification, it causes something called radiation pneumonitis, its where the lung becomes too inflammed to be useful. I can be seen as a density on xrays but not as a calcification
How is lung cancer treated?
Lung cancer can be treated by surgery, chemotherapy and radiation, depending on the location and other factors.With surgery to remove the cancer, chemotherapy or radiation therapy
How is lung cancer treated by doctors?
The most commonly used modes of treatment are surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
Why would one need a proton therapy?
Proton therapy is generally used as a radiation treatment for cancer patients. This differs from traditional radiation therapy in that the ray of the protons can be directed more easily and causes less damage to surrounding tissues.
Can radiation cause emphysema?
Radiation itself is not a direct cause of emphysema, which is primarily associated with long-term exposure to tobacco smoke and other pollutants. However, radiation therapy to the chest for cancer treatment can lead to lung damage and complications that might mimic or contribute to respiratory issues. In some cases, radiation can lead to fibrosis or scarring of lung tissue, which may exacerbate existing lung conditions. Therefore, while radiation is not a primary cause, it can have indirect effects on lung health.
What is internal radiation therapy also called?
It is sometimes called radiation therapy, radiation therapy, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy, or irradiation
How is radiation therapy administered?
Radiation therapy is delivered via external radiation or via internal radiation therapy (the implantation/injection of radioactive substances).
Can radiation be transferred to your clothes through radiation therapy?
Radiation Therapy is not transferred to clothing.
How can lung cancer be treated, without noticeable side effects?
Lung cancer can be treated in any of at least three ways. That includes radiation therapy, chemotherapy and surgery. Surgery would not cause hair loss.
Is Radiation therapy a local treatment?
Radiation therapy is a local treatment
What is radiotherapy also called?
It is sometimes called radiation therapy, x-ray therapy radiation treatment, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy, or irradiation
What is another name for hyperinflation therapy?
lung expansion therapy
