Recovery with medications and medications after radiation therapy

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Radiation therapy for cancer is very widely used for treatment, and for some types of tumors, such as the brain, it is a priority method. Equipment for radiotherapy and radiosurgery is precisely tuned to the tumor in order to destroy fast-growing cancer cells or prevent them from further dividing, while the impact on neighboring healthy tissue is minimal.

Types of radiation therapy for oncology

The radiation source can be located at some distance from the human body, in contact with it, or introduced into the blood, affected tissues or cavities. Accordingly, they talk about remote radiotherapy, contact (brachytherapy, which includes application, interstitial and intracavitary), radionuclide.

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In different techniques, the neoplasm is exposed to alpha and beta particles, protons, photons, neutrons, carbon ions, X-rays and gamma radiation. The current dose can be applied not in one session, but in several.

Each method has its own characteristics, so only a doctor can decide on the methods used and their combinations, radiation schemes and doses, etc. This takes into account the specificity of tumors, the stage of the disease, the patient’s condition, previous therapy and other factors. Cancer treatment with radiation therapy is used either alone or in combination with surgery, chemotherapy, immune and hormonal drugs.

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Radiotherapy, depending on the moment of application, allows:

• reduce the size of the formation before surgery;
• destroy remaining cancer cells after removal of the main tumor to prevent relapses;
• destroy metastases;
• in inoperable cases and in late stages of the disease, alleviate the patient’s condition and reduce the negative impact of the tumor on neighboring organs and tissues.

What joint diseases does X-ray therapy help with?

This method has proven itself well in the treatment of gonarthrosis and coxarthrosis, periarthropathy of the shoulder joint, as well as the so-called “tennis” elbow, epicondylitis of the shoulder, irritation of the Achilles tendon, heel spur and some other pathological conditions.

The pain-relieving effect of radiotherapy has been proven and documented. Experts in their studies provide data that indicates the elimination of pain and improvement in overall health. About 80 percent of patients with injuries to the soft tissues of the shoulder report a positive effect; this can be added to the same number of patients with injuries to the elbow joint or forearm area. Similar figures are reported for people with hip arthrosis.

A positive result was achieved in 60 percent of patients with arthrosis of the knee and shoulder joints. arthrosis of the thumb reported an improvement in their condition after radiotherapy.

. It is important to clarify that all these patients initially underwent treatment using traditional medicine, which turned out to be ineffective.

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Folk remedies for dealing with post-radiation symptoms

Traditional medicine offers alternative ways to restore the body after irradiation. It is recommended to use them after consultation with your doctor and only if they are compatible with the traditional treatment already prescribed.

Healing properties are attributed to pine needles - this plant material accumulates a huge amount of useful substances. Coniferous tree needles are used as a fortified food supplement, and drinks are prepared based on them.

Pectin, contained in large quantities in sour fruits and berries, is a recognized means of eliminating the effects of radiation. It is useful to include them in the daily menu.

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Liver recovery after irradiation

The liver is one of the most radiation-sensitive organs. Even if the treatment was not aimed at eliminating the tumor localized in the liver tissue, it suffers quite seriously. Meanwhile, a normally functioning liver is one of the pillars of health and determines the quality of life of any person, especially a cancer patient. Taking drugs from the group of hepatoprotectors will help ensure regeneration of organ tissue. This category of products includes a large list of names; drugs can be divided according to the main active ingredient.

• Milk thistle flavonoid complex. The drugs Gepabene, Legalon, and Darsil are produced based on silymarin and other flavonoids. They effectively restore liver cell membranes and strengthen them. The performance of the organ improves, in particular, its ability to neutralize toxins and synthesize protein is activated.
• Extracts of medicinal plants and plant raw materials. This group includes LIV 52 (caper roots, chicory seeds, cassia seeds, arjuna bark, nightshade, etc.), Tykveol (pumpkin oil concentrate), Hofitol (field artichoke leaves). These drugs have an effect due to the plants they contain; they help regenerate hepatocytes, improve the flow of bile, etc.
• Components of animal origin. Hepatosan is produced from freeze-dried liver cells obtained from pigs. The drug has a complex effect: detoxification, protein synthetic, membrane stabilizing. Donor cells are related to human liver tissue, which determines the positive effect of using the drug.
• Essential phospholipids. The largest group of drugs, it includes Essentiale, Essliver, Fossfonziale, etc. Long-term, for several months, intake of phospholipids can achieve a positive effect on the condition of liver cell membranes. Thanks to the linoleic acid molecule, phospholipids are integrated into liver tissue, strengthening them.
• Low molecular weight sugars. The composition of the drug Geptrong includes low molecular weight sugars that have affinity for human hepatocytes. This is a natural and safe remedy that shows a whole range of liver-healthy effects: membrane stabilization, antioxidant effects, reducing the activity of liver enzymes, reducing inflammation. The injectable form is especially relevant for patients suffering from nausea.
• Ornithine. A high level of ammonia as a result of a violation of its neutralization in the liver has a toxic effect on the entire body. The drug Hepa-Merz based on the amino acid ornithine eliminates this problem.

How to make an appointment with a radiologist

Cancer treatment cannot be delayed; to make an appointment with oncology specialists, call 8 (495) 775-73-60. After talking with the operator and telling about your problems, you can make an appointment with a radiologist-oncologist. Another opportunity to register is to fill out a form on the website, which requires minimal information to create an application.

After making an appointment with a radiologist, you can easily get to the oncology department, since it has a convenient territorial location. This is the center of Moscow, nearby are the Mayakovskaya, Novoslobodskaya, Belorusskaya, Tverskaya, Chekhovskaya metro stations - all of them are within walking distance from our oncology center.

Treatment by a radiologist

People come to the doctor to prescribe radiation therapy after an oncological diagnosis is made, which is confirmed by the diagnostic results:

• abnormalities in laboratory tests of blood and urine;
• results of ultrasound examination, radiography confirming the presence of a malignant neoplasm;
• pictures, disks, descriptions of tomography (magnetic resonance and computer);
• biopsy results confirming the malignancy of the process;
• indicators of additional laboratory and instrumental examination methods.

After examining the patient and analyzing documents, the radiologist gives a preliminary recommendation on the prescription of radiotherapy. The final decision on the need for radiation therapy is made by an interdisciplinary council (oncologist, radiotherapist, chemotherapist).

Duration of treatment performed by a radiation oncologist

There is no standard duration of treatment with radiation therapy. The number of courses and procedures within each of them, the schedule of therapy depends on the following indicators:

• stage of the disease;
• location of the tumor, its type;
• extent of metastasis;
• the state of the patient's body.

On average, the course lasts from four to seven weeks. Irradiation is performed once a day, but in some cases it is divided into several approaches.

Before the session, the patient is positioned appropriately on the equipment, which takes some time. The duration of the irradiation itself varies, but usually no more than five minutes (depending on the type of treatment and type of equipment).

Rules for the patient when receiving treatment from a radiation oncologist

A patient undergoing treatment from a radiation therapy doctor must follow certain recommendations:

• stop smoking, drinking alcohol, and other bad habits;
• organize high-calorie meals rich in vitamins and microelements;
• drink at least two liters of fluid;
• care for the irradiated area of ​​skin according to the doctor’s recommendations;
• protect the irradiated area from scratching, other mechanical influences, high and low temperatures;
• protect exposed skin from the sun, especially its direct rays;
• wear clothes adjacent to the problem area only made of cotton fabric.

Dietary recommendations during and after radiotherapy

The period of radiation therapy itself is associated with an increased load on the body in general and the gastrointestinal tract in particular. During and after the course, the patient must strictly monitor his diet; this will largely determine his well-being and influence the speed of rehabilitation. Key recommendations relate to the composition of products and their quality - you should avoid any food that contains synthetic additives such as dyes, flavor enhancers, and preservatives. Simple, low-fat home-cooked meals are the perfect solution. It would be optimal to give up everything that can serve as an irritant for the gastrointestinal tract: smoked meats, pickles, store-bought sweets, fatty meat, sausages, everything that provokes the formation of gases (legumes, cabbage). The preferred method of cooking is steaming, boiling, baking, stewing. Hot sauces, seasonings, excess salt and sugar - all this is prohibited. Alcohol does not benefit a healthy body, and it is completely dangerous for those that receive a serious load in the form of radiation. It is better to break up meals over time and limit portion sizes. Some time after completion of radiation therapy, the patient should continue to follow a restrictive diet for some time; as health improves, the excluded foods can be gradually introduced, it is important to do this in dosage.

Timely access to medical care, strict adherence to the doctor’s recommendations, well-chosen drug therapy with the support of a balanced diet will allow you to count not only on a positive result of radiation treatment, but also maintain the patient’s quality of life and neutralize the side effects of radiation.

When should you visit a radiologist-oncologist?

Radiation therapy is used before surgery to make the tumor shrink in size and make it easier to remove. After surgery, radiation treatment is given to destroy any remaining cancer cells. Radiotherapy is also used in combination with chemotherapy when surgery is not recommended for some reason. Therefore, the radiologist always works closely with the chemotherapist and surgeon.

Radiotherapy is indicated for 75% of patients with detected oncology (operable and inoperable). If chemotherapy or surgery is combined with radiation using a new generation linear accelerator, the chances of a disease-free five-year period reach 90%. The exposure to the rays lasts less than two minutes, it is synchronized with the movement of the tumor and breathing.

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