Radiation therapy is the use of ionizing radiation—X-rays, gamma rays, or subatomic particles such as neutrons—to destroy cancer cells. Learn how it works, the types of radiation, and early and late side effects you may see. https://bit.ly/4cEClyU
In this Episode:
- 01:52 - Road Trip - Louisiana, and Crunch Cake Recipe
- 03:30 - Anna Quindlin - The Dividing Line
- 06:52 - Radiation Therapy Explained
- 12:16 - Radiation Side Effects
- 17:35 - Late Effects of Radiation Therapy
- 20:54 - Discussion - Not Being Able to Swallow
- 26:06 - The Mole Agent and The Man on the Inside
- 30:48 - Outro
Related Content:
- S6E2: Understanding Cancer Treatment Options: Surgery
- S5E52: Cancer Gone Wild – Learn All About Metastasis
- S5E45: Why Does Cancer Exist? Empower Yourself With Understanding
- S5E46: “Why Do I Have Cancer?” Kismet, Chastisement or Coincidence?
- S5E47: MythBusters – Cancer Edition; Clarifying Common Cancer Myths & Misconceptions
- S5E48: How to Read a CT Scan Report – Learn the Sections Relevant to Your Diagnosis
- S5E49: Are there Miracle Cures for Cancer? With Dr. Jeanna Ford
- S5E50: What is Meant by Cancer Staging? Learn the Language of a Cancer Diagnosis
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