Radiotherapy is a form of cancer treatment that uses high-energy rays to damage cancer cells and stop them from growing or multiplying. This type of treatment is used to destroy cancer cells, shrink tumors, and relieve symptoms such as pain. It can be used alone or in combination with other forms of cancer treatment, such as chemotherapy and surgery. During radiotherapy, a machine directs radiation at a specific area of the body. The radiation passes through the skin and other tissues and affects only the targeted area. The treatment is usually done in an outpatient setting, and most patients require a course of several treatments over several weeks. The side effects of radiotherapy depend on the part of the body being treated and the dose of radiation used. Common side effects include fatigue, skin changes, hair loss, nausea, and diarrhea.
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