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ablation

A form of treatment in which needles or probes are inserted into the cancer to destroy the cancer cells by passing microwave or radio waves into the cancer.

progesterone

A hormone produced by the ovaries that prepares the lining of the uterus (endometrium) for pregnancy. Also used as a hormone treatment….

photodynamic therapy

A type of treatment using a cream that is activated by a light….

News: Meet Jenny, Cancer Connect Volunteer

…or treatment. The pair talk about fears and overcoming problems, and Jenny shares her cancer story hoping to create hope in others by saying “I’ve survived.” In the future, Jenny hopes not to have to talk to as many people…

tamoxifen

An anti-oestrogen hormone treatment….

radiofrequency ablation

A treatment that uses radio waves to heat and destroy cancer cells….

osteoradionecrosis (ORN)

A breakdown of bone tissue due to radiation therapy treatment.

high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU)

A treatment using soundwaves (ultrasound) to heat and destroy cancerous tissue.

Cancer tests

Your doctors will run a number of tests to get a diagnosis, see if the cancer has spread to other parts of your body and develop a treatment plan. The tests you have will depend on the type of cancer…

Complementary therapies

…some, it is to try to improve their quality of life. Other reasons include: Taking a more active part in their health. Managing the symptoms and side effects of conventional cancer treatment, such as fatigue, nausea or pain. Boosting the…