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What is radiotherapy and how does it prevent the spread of cancer through the body?
It is the use of ionizing radiation (such as X-rays) to kill tissue, It does not prevent the spread of cancer unless it kills all the cancer cells.
Why is combination of methods typically used to treat cancer that has spread beyond the original tumor?
The options available are wider excision, excision of the regional lymph nodes combined with Chemo radiotherapy. This is done to remove all tumour tissue and prevent further spread or recurrences by chemo radiotherapy, and the treatment will depend upon the histological grading of the tumour
What types of uterine cancer treatment are available?
Uterine cancer is often diagnosed early, before it has spread. This means that many will not need treatment other than surgery. If the cancer has spread then radiotherapy or chemotherapy may be used as well as surgery.
Is there any antidote for cancer?
No. But cancer may be treated, usually with chemotherapy (chemicals) or radiotherapy (radiation), and the idea is to control malignant cells so that they do not spread to other organs of the body.
Can Thyroid cancer spread to the parathyroid gland?
Yes, thyroid cancer can spread to nearby structures including the parathyroid gland. This is known as direct extension of the cancer. It is important to carefully manage and monitor thyroid cancer to prevent such spread and to detect and treat it early if it does occur.
How do cancer cells spread through the body?
attach to cells
Where did Jacquie Onassis cancer spread to?
She had Lymphoma an allied disease of the cancer type- that spread through her lymphatic ducts- may have impaired breathing and conversation.
How do cancer tumors spread?
Cancer tumors can spread through a process called metastasis, where cancer cells break away from the original tumor and travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system to form new tumors in other parts of the body. This can make the cancer more difficult to treat and control.
Is cancer spread through the body through a process called melanoma?
No , its actually called metastasis.
How does taxol prevent tumors from growning and spreading?
When cancer cells are exposed to taxol, the taxol forms structures that look like tiny cages around each cancer cell. These structures prevent the cancer cells from dividing. As a result, the cancer cannot grow and spread.
How does cancer spread in the body?
Cancer can spread in the body through a process called metastasis, where cancer cells break away from the original tumor, travel through the bloodstream or lymphatic system, and form new tumors in other parts of the body. Metastatic cancer is more difficult to treat and is often associated with a poorer prognosis.
How dis dollar diplomacy help prevent costly wars?
It spread American influence through business.
