Detection and treatment of cancer involve multiple approaches:
Imaging techniques: Methods like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs can visualize tumors in the body. Biopsy: A sample of tissue is taken from a suspected tumor and examined under a microscope. Genetic testing: Analyzing DNA from cancer cells can identify mutations and guide treatment.
Treatment options vary depending on the type and stage of cancer:
Surgery: Removal of the tumor and surrounding tissue. Radiation therapy: Using high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells. Chemotherapy: Drugs that target and kill rapidly dividing cells. Targeted therapy: Drugs that specifically target molecules involved in cancer growth. Immunotherapy: Treatments that boost the body's immune response against cancer cells.
