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This technique is not as effective as a primary method of treating cancer
Side Effects of Radiotherapy
Fatigue, changes to the skin, and loss of appetite are all common side effects of radiation treatments. For treatments in the head and neck region, saliva production is also often inhibited, exacerbating appetite issues
Loss of appetite also contributes to fatigue, and doctors recommend eating small meals more frequently as well as taking frequent short naps as a way of maintaining adequate energy and strength
Skin problems often resemble deep tans or sunburns, and have similar root causes (i.e. radiation). Special lotions are available to soothe and protect the skin after radiation therapy
The Cost of Radiotherapy
The cost of radiation therapy can be quite high, depending on the number and frequency of treatment sessions needed as well as the duration of these treatments
The equipment used in radiotherapy as well as the large amount of specialized training to practice radiation oncology are the major contributive factors to the cost of the treatment
Most Medicaid plans and private insurers cover radiation therapies, as they are generally the least costly and most effective cancer treatments, even when...
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References
Abramson Cancer Center. (2006). "Radiation Oncology." University of Pennsylvania. Accessed 31 August 2009. http://www.oncolink.com/treatment/article.cfm?c=5&s=27&id=34&p=4
Fayed, L. (2009). "Radiation Therapy Overview." Accessed 31 August 2009. http://cancer.about.com/od/radiationtherapy/a/radiation.htm
Heron, J. (2009). "Historical Data on Radiotherapy." Accessed 31 August 2009. http://www.oncoprof.net/Generale2000/g08_Radiotherapie/Index/g08-gb_idx02.html
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