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Find out about the possible treatments for cancer. We have info about when each treatment might be used, how it's given and possible side effects.
Chemo uses anti-cancer drugs to destroy the cancer cells.
Your cancer might be treated with high-energy x-ray beams.
You might have surgery to remove all, or part of, the cancer cells, or to have some tests.
If you're having a different type of treatment you might find helpful info in our general cancer treatment section.
For answers, support or just a chat, call the Macmillan Support Line free (Monday to Friday, 9am-8pm)
If you have any questions about cancer, need support or just want someone to talk to, ask Macmillan.