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National Cancer Institute — Límpiese el área con una toallita para bebés ("baby wipe" en inglés). Use toallitas que no tengan alcohol ni olor ("unscented" en inglés). Información para personas que están recibiendo radioterapia y consejos sobre cómo controlar la ...More…
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Radioterapia para cáncer: preguntas y respuestas
National Cancer Institute — La radioterapia (también llamada terapia con rayos X o irradiación) es el uso de un tipo de energía (llamada radiación ionizante) para destruir las células cancerosas y reducir el tamaño de los tumores. La radioterapia lesiona o destruye las ...More…
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Acerca de este libro
National Cancer Institute — La radioterapia y usted está escrito para usted porque va a recibir o ya está recibiendo radioterapia contra el cáncer. Es posible que este libro también ayude a sus seres queridos. Este libro es una guía. La puede consultar durante toda la ...More…
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Accelerated Breast Radiation: Cheaper, Faster, and Just ...
American Cancer Society — Shorter, and potentially cheaper, courses of radiation may soon be a real option for some women, according to new research presented at the annual meeting of the American Society for Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology (ASTRO). The MammoSite ...More…
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What To Know About About Changes in Sexuality and Fertility
National Cancer Institute — Make sure to tell your doctor or nurse if you think you may be pregnant now. Radiation therapy can harm your unborn baby. Talk with your doctor to find out if it is okay for you to have sex. Make sure to use a birth control method during ...More…
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What Men Can Do
National Cancer Institute — Talk with your doctor to learn if it is okay for you to have sex. It depends on your type of treatment. Most men can have sex during their treatment. Be easy on yourself. You are going through a lot. You may be worried or tired from your ...More…
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radiotherapy
Clinical Trials — Radiation Therapy in Treating Women With Early Stage Breast Cancer Procedure: adjuvant therapy; Radiation: 3-dimensional conformal radiation therapy; Radiation: accelerated radiation therapy; Radiation: hypofractionated radiation therapy; ...More…
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What To Do When Your Mouth or Throat Hurts
National Cancer Institute — Visit a dentist at least 2 weeks before your first treatment. Tell the dentist that you will be having radiation therapy. Brush your teeth, gums, and tongue gently with a soft, clean toothbrush. Sip water or suck on ice chips to keep your mouth ...More…
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What To Do When You Have Loose Stools (Diarrhea)
National Cancer Institute — Drink lots of clear liquids each day to replace the fluid you are losing. Drink clear liquids, such as water, ginger ale, and clear soup. Eat small meals throughout the day, instead of 3 large meals. Take these steps to feel better: These foods ...More…
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What To Do When You Feel Weak or Tired (Fatigue)
National Cancer Institute — You may feel a little tired or very tired during radiation therapy. They have helped others. Talk with your doctor or nurse about other things you can do to have more energy. Did you know that most people getting radiation therapy feel very ...More…
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What To Do: About Mild Skin Changes
National Cancer Institute — Take these steps to care for your skin in the treatment area: Ask your doctor or nurse to check and write in the brand name of the products that are okay to use. If your skin hurts in the area where you get treatment, tell your doctor or nurse. ...More…
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About Feeling Sick to Your Stomach and Throwing Up
National Cancer Institute — What To Do About Feeling Sick to Your Stomach and Throwing Up Don't eat foods that are too hot or too cold if they make you sick to your stomach. Learn the best time for you to eat and drink. Some people find that it helps to eat a small snack ...More…