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TreatmentsOncology 

What is a cancer treatment?

There are many types of cancer treatment. The treatment you will receive depends on your type of cancer and how advanced it is.

Some people with cancer will only receive one type of treatment. However, most receive a combination of treatments such as surgery with chemotherapy or radiation therapy. When you need cancer treatment, there are many things you need to learn and keep in mind. It is normal to be very worried and confused. But talking with your doctor and learning all you can about your treatment options can help you feel more in control. Our section de questions for the doctor about treatment can help you.

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The oncology consultation is the first approach with the medical specialist in clinical oncology in order to learn about the patient's illness and condition.

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Chemotherapy is a therapeutic technique that consists of the administration of chemical substances for the treatment of different conditions, commonly associated with cancer therapy.

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A diagnostic assistant is a specialist doctor dedicated to analyzing conditions in the smallest detail in order to agree with other doctors on an exact diagnosis and propose the best process in cancer treatment.

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Rheumatol .

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Radiotherapy is a form of treatment based on the use of ionizing radiation, to treat different types of cancer such as head and neck, breast, bladder, lung, among others; good to cure them or delay their progression. 

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Oncological surgery is the medical specialty derived from general surgery that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, surgical treatment and follow-up of patients with tumors, be they benign or malignant.

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The safety and effectiveness of drugs, devices, diagnostic products, and treatment regimens intended for use by patients are determined.

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