- Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment that uses oral or intravenous medications to reduce cancer cells, slowing their growth and spread. It has been used for decades and can make other cancer treatments more effective.
- Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy uses high-energy radiation in the form of X-rays or gamma rays to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors. It is one of the most powerful tools available for cancer treatment.
- Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy uses the immune system to fight off cancer cells. This approach minimizes damage to normal cells in the body and can increase the effectiveness of other forms of cancer therapy. It can also reduce the side effects of chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
- Hormone therapy: Hormone therapy is most effective for forms of cancer surrounding hormonal absorption, such as breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and uterine cancer. This treatment uses certain medications to block the production of the cancer-feeding hormone.
