CANCER CARE.ZIP

Side effects of Chemotheray for Ovarian Cancer   updated at Nov 09, 2025   1,217   Chemotherapy plays a crucial role in treating ovarian cancer,but it's important to understand its potential side effects.These side effects arise because chemotherapy drugs target rapidly dividing cells.While this is effective in destroying cancer cells,th...

How is cancer of the cervix treated?   updated at Nov 22, 2025   1,631   Cervical Cancer Treatment OptionsTreatment for cervical cancer is highly individualized,depending on several factors::Tumor location and size,Cancer stage (extent of spread),Patient's age and overall health,Other individual considerations.Gynecologic oncol...

Radiation Therapy for Colorectal Cancer   created at May 04, 2009   1,283   Radiation therapy (also called radiotherapy) is the use of high-energy rays to damage cancer cells and stop them from growing. Like surgery, radiation therapy is local therapy; it can affect cancer only in the treated area. Radiation is sometimes used befo...

Surgery for Colorectal Cancer   updated at Nov 13, 2025   1,319   Surgery is frequently the primary and sometimes the sole treatment approach for colorectal cancer.The specific surgical procedure employed is dictated by the tumor's location and size. Partial Colectomy: The Standard ProcedureThe most common surgical inter...

What do I need to know about the treatment for colorectal cancer?   created at May 04, 2009   1,276   The doctor develops a treatment plan to fit each patient’s needs. Treatment for colorectal cancer depends on the size and location of the tumor, the stage of the disease, the patient’s general health, and other factors. Most people who have cancer want t...

What about a second opinion for Colorectal Cancer?   created at May 03, 2009   1,209   Seeking a second opinion for a colorectal cancer diagnosis is a common and prudent step.A second opinion allows you to gain additional perspectives on the diagnosis,staging,treatment plan,and prognosis from another qualified oncologist or colorectal surgeo...