Radiation for Prostate Cancer: Possible Side Effects
Radiation therapy for prostate cancer employs focused energy, such as X-rays, protons, or radiopharmaceuticals, to damage cancer cells’ DNA. This approach aims to slow or halt tumor growth. Machines like linear accelerators and proton centers are used to shape beams. Brachytherapy, on the other hand, involves placing radioactive seeds directly inside the prostate. Various methods,…