There are no major side effects associated with nuclear medicine tests or treatment procedures. Rarely, some people may develop mild allergic reactions, which are also temporary and last for a shorter period.
Palliative care should begin as soon as the patient is diagnosed with a severe sickness/condition and should not be delayed until all treatment options for the underlying disease have been exhausted. Palliative care may be necessary well before the last stage of a disease or condition.
At the American Oncology Institute, radiotherapy is a key treatment for a wide range of cancers. It effectively manages Breast Cancer, Lung Cancer, Head & Neck Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Brain Tumors, and Spinal Cord Tumors. The institute also uses radiotherapy for Thyroid Cancer, Gynaecologic Cancers, Soft Tissue Sarcomas, Musculoskeletal Cancers, Bone Cancer, Gastrointestinal Cancer, Hepatobiliary Cancer, Thoracic Cancer, Oral Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Skin Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Penile Cancer, and Pelvic Cancer. Each treatment is carefully tailored to meet individual patient needs, ensuring precise and effective cancer care.