Cancer treatment depends on the type, stage, and location of the cancer, as well as the patient’s overall health. Most treatment plans involve a combination of therapies aimed at destroying cancer cells, preventing recurrence, and improving quality of life. Thanks to medical advances, many cancers are now treatable or even curable, especially when caught early.
Chemotherapy
Uses strong drugs to kill fast-growing cancer cells or stop their spread.
Surgery
Removes cancerous tumors or affected organs; often used for localized cancers.
Radiation Therapy
Uses high-energy rays (like X-rays) to destroy cancer cells in targeted areas.
Immunotherapy
Boosts the body’s natural defenses to fight cancer using the immune system.
Targeted Therapy
Blocks specific molecules involved in cancer cell growth and spread.
Hormone Therapy
Slows or stops cancers that grow in response to hormones (e.g., breast, prostate).
Stem Cell Transplant
Replaces damaged bone marrow after high-dose chemotherapy or radiation.
Palliative Care
Focuses on relief from pain, stress, and other symptoms of advanced cancer.