What Is Pancreatic Cancer?
9. Radiation therapy
As mentioned, radiation therapy is a treatment method that is often used in combination with chemotherapy. It works by exposing the pancreas X-ray beams or proton beams, and these beams will contain particles that will help destroy cancerous cells.
Although radiation can be effective, its usage has to be limited. This is because, in addition to destroying cancer cells, the beams can also kill nearby healthy cells. Typical symptoms include fatigue, skin problems, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, bladder and bowel problems, and bleeding. Advances in technology mean that radiation is becoming more effective, and it is also likely to cause fewer symptoms.
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