Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy

Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy are treatments for cancer that use different forms of radiation and drugs respectively, to kill cancer cells and reduce tumour size. Radiotherapy uses high-energy x-rays to target and kill specific cancer cells. Chemotherapy involves the use of anti-cancer drugs that are taken orally or injected into the bloodstream to target and destroy cancer cells. Both therapies have been used to treat cancer for many years, and can be very effective in combating the disease. They can often be used together to offer the best chance of success. Radiotherapy and Chemotherapy can also be used as preventative measures to reduce the risk of cancer recurrence. This treatment has saved lives, and improved quality of life for many cancer sufferers.