6 Treatment Options for Stomach Cancer
Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy utilizes high-powered beams of protons or X-rays to get rid of cancer cells. The beams come from a machine that moves your body while you are lying on the table. In stomach cancer, this method is often used before surgery to help reduce the size of a tumor, making it easier to remove. Your doctor can also use it after surgery to eliminate any remaining cancerous cells in your stomach or esophagus. In many cases, chemotherapy and radiation are often combined to get the best results. There are some possible side effects, such as vomiting, nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, difficulty swallowing, and pain. [7]
