Understanding the Different Types of Cancer Treatments

Understanding the Different Types of Cancer Treatments

Dr Priyanshu Choudhary

29 Mar 2025

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The overall goal of cancer treatment is to halt or delay the growth of the disease. Better yet, in some circumstances, the goal of treatment is to completely remove or cure the cancer. In real time, things become more complex. There are over 100 forms of cancer (excluding subcategories). Each demands a specific therapeutic method. If you've recently been diagnosed with cancer, no one can substitute your healthcare provider's advice in terms of discussing your alternatives. However, having general awareness of the many cancer treatments available and what is involved may be beneficial.
Types of cancer treatment
Healthcare providers may recommend one or, more commonly, a combination of cancer treatments, such as:

  • Surgery: The purpose of surgery is to remove as much cancer as possible.
  • Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy uses cytotoxic drugs that kill cancer cells. There are several chemotherapy medications available. Most chemotherapy medications are administered through a vein. Some come in pill form.
  • Radiation therapy: Cancer is treated using radiation therapy, which uses intense energy beams. Energy can be derived from X-rays, protons, or other sources. Typically, the radiation is delivered by a machine that targets certain areas of the body. This is known as external beam radiation. Radiation is sometimes administered inside the body to treat cancer. This sort of radiation is known as brachytherapy.
  • Bone marrow transplant: A bone marrow transplant, also known as a bone marrow stem cell transplant, entails introducing healthy bone marrow stem cells into the body. These cells replace cells that have been destroyed by chemotherapy and other treatments.
  • Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy is a type of cancer treatment that uses drugs to help the body's immune system kill cancer cells. The immune system fights disease by fighting bacteria and other abnormal cells in the body. Cancer cells live by evading the immune system. Immunotherapy aids the immune system cells in locating and killing cancer cells.
  • Hormone therapy: Certain types of cancer are fueled by the body's hormones. Hormone therapy therapies eliminate or block the action of those hormones in the body, preventing cancer cells from developing.
  • Targeted therapy: The use of medications that target particular molecules in cancer cells is known as targeted therapy. Targeted therapy can kill cancer cells by preventing these molecules from working.
  • Cryoablation: Cryoablation is a method of killing cancer cells by subjecting them to very low temperatures.
  • Radiofrequency ablation: Radiofrequency ablation is a treatment that uses radio waves to kill cancer cells.
  • Clinical trials. Clinical trials are research on new medicines. These studies offer an opportunity to try the most recent medicines. The danger of side effects may not be known. Ask your doctor if you may participate in a clinical trial.

Depending on your cancer type, you may be able to receive additional treatments.
Conclusion
Cancer treatment is complicated and extremely customized. A patient's treatment plan is frequently adjusted to the kind, stage, and location of cancer, as well as their general health and personal preferences. Advances in cancer research and the introduction of novel treatments, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy, have considerably increased survival rates. However, controlling cancer necessitates a multifaceted approach that includes surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, and other treatments. As research progresses, the aim is that cancer treatments will become more effective, resulting in better results and a higher quality of life for patients

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