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Did you know that more than half of all people with cancer receive radiation oncology as part of their cancer treatment? Also known as radiation therapy, radiation oncology is a type of cancer treatment that uses intense beams of energy … Read More
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Preparing for Surgical Cancer Treatment
Surgery is just one of many modalities used to treat cancer. An oncologist will prepare you for this important procedure, and you should ask him or her questions about how best to get ready–both physically and mentally. Let’s talk about … Read More
What Is Oncology?
Cancer is one of the scariest medical diagnoses to hear. Cancer affects almost 40% of all people at some point during their lifetime, and odds are someone in your family has had cancer – or you may have it yourself.… Read More
Diagnostic Tools Used in Oncology
Cancer is a frightening disease that can affect any living part of the body. Indeed, the only areas that are not susceptible to cancer are the areas that are no longer live cells, such as the hair and nails, which … Read More
Tips for Staying Healthy During Cancer Treatment
Cancer treatment can take a huge toll on the body, especially from side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and lack of appetite. During treatment, you may find it hard to find ways to stay healthy. However, there are different things … Read More
What Is Involved in a Colonoscopy?
Colonoscopy is a screening and diagnostic procedure used to detect and remove precancerous growths in the lower GI (gastrointestinal) tract. It involves the examination of the colon (large intestine, or bowels) and rectum using a thin tube with a camera … Read More
How Do I Prepare For an Oncology Appointment?
Going for an oncology appointment can seem like one of the scariest medical experiences you will have. To help control your emotions and to maximize communication with your oncologist, the team at Comprehensive Cancer Care at Wooster Community Hospital suggests … Read More
Does Radiation Oncology Have Fewer Side Effects Compared to Chemotherapy?
Radiation oncology and chemotherapy are both effective cancer treatments; however, they are different in many ways. Radiation oncology is localized: it targets only the affected area of the body, and therefore, tends to have fewer side effects. Chemotherapy, on the … Read More
What Are Some Common Side Effects of Chemotherapy and Other Types of Cancer Treatment?
Cancer is a very challenging disease to handle. It generates debilitating symptoms, and the very treatments that you will need to help you achieve complete remission or conquer the disease can cause nasty side effects, which can greatly affect your … Read More
Understanding the Radiation Oncology Process
Radiation oncology or radiation therapy is a cancer treatment that uses X-rays or other types of energy to reduce or eliminate cancer cells. It damages cancer cells by destroying the parts of the cells that let them grow and divide. … Read More
