Treatments for Hematologic Cancers (Blood Cancers)
Hematologic cancer, or blood cancer, is one of the most common diagnoses treated at Regional Cancer Care Associates. Blood cancer refers to types like leukemia
Radiation therapy is one of the main treatments for many different cancers. This treatment uses high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells or slow their growth. Radiation is often given with other types of treatment, including surgery and chemotherapy.
Most radiation is direct, localized treatment that causes cancer cells to die or stops them from growing and creating more cancer cells. If normal cells are close by, they can also be affected by radiation. These cells usually heal after the radiation treatments stop.
There are several types of radiation, and sometimes patients can get more than one type of radiation therapy for the same cancer.
There are several types of radiation, and sometimes patients can get more than one type of radiation therapy for the same cancer.
Radiation therapy can have serious side effects. These include:
Given all of the possible side effects, it can be hard to deal with radiation therapy. Most people’s lives are disrupted. Many patients don’t feel well for weeks or months. Emotions can include anger, fear, frustration and helplessness. Some people may not be able to work or enjoy their free time.
Here are some ways to help yourself during radiation therapy treatment:
At Regional Cancer Care Associates (RCCA), our physicians are respected by their peers and trusted by our patients. Our doctors deliver top-quality, state-of-the-art treatment close to your home. At RCCA, we understand that a cancer diagnosis changes everything. That’s why we’re here, close to your community, to offer you a nationally-recognized level of cancer care.
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact us at (844) 346-7222. You can also visit us online to schedule an appointment at the RCCA location nearest you.
Hematologic cancer, or blood cancer, is one of the most common diagnoses treated at Regional Cancer Care Associates. Blood cancer refers to types like leukemia
While undergoing radiation therapy, some patients experience very unpleasant side effects. But with the support of a care team and some helpful coping mechanisms, anyone
During radiation therapy, beams of intense energy are used to kill cancer cells. Sometimes, healthy cells in the surrounding area can get damaged, too. Because
Regional Cancer Care Associates is one of fewer than 200 medical practices in the country selected to participate in the Oncology Care Model (OCM); a recent Medicare initiative aimed at improving care coordination and access to and quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing chemotherapy treatment.