As an oncologist with years of experience in treating various types of cancer, I can tell you that the most common form of cancer treatment is often a combination of therapies tailored to the specific type and stage of the cancer. However, surgery remains one of the most prevalent treatments, especially for localized cancers. It involves the physical removal of a tumor and surrounding tissues. Following surgery, patients may undergo radiation therapy, which uses high-energy rays to destroy cancer cells, or chemotherapy, which uses drugs to kill cancer cells throughout the body. Each type of treatment has its own set of benefits and risks, and the choice of treatment depends on the individual patient's condition and the nature of the cancer. read more >>

Find out what you need to know about the most common types of cancer treatment, such as surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and many others.read more >>