SCC Clinic Cancer Radiotherapy

SCC Clinic cancer radiotherapy specializes in the treatment of skin cancer. Skin cancer has become quite common over the past few decades which have prompted additional research into this condition. The good news is that skin cancer can be cured with minimum side effects provided that you get the right skin cancer radiotherapy. Today there are probably hundreds of skin cancer clinics from which to choose from but they are only a few which really have a proven track record of cancer treatment.

There are a few things which doctors at SCC Clinic cancer radiotherapy will need from you when you first visit them, these include:

• Reports / diagnostic reports of various tests
• They may choose to run a few tests of their own on you as well
• Ask you specific questions in relation to your condition
• You will also be asked if there is a family history of a similar type of skin cancer

How does SCC Clinic cancer radiotherapy cure skin cancer?

This is a very common question and yet it is an important to know what you will need to go through.   Generally speaking radiotherapy for any type of cancer requires bombarding the affected area with radiation. However, the type of radiation therapy administered will mainly depend on your condition, the doctor may chose to vary the duration and the intensity of the therapy based on his observations. But you should understand that radiotherapy is not a push button solution and while doctors do strive to minimize side effects they may still be a few short term affects you may have to deal with. These short term side effects can include sensitive skin, scaring, tissue damage, discoloration etc.

Will I have to undergo surgery at SCC Clinic cancer radiotherapy?

Surgery is rare in skin cancer conditions; however a fair majority of cases handled at SCC Clinic cancer radiotherapy are via radiotherapy. Their radiotherapy equipment is known to be some of the best in the world and they have a higher than normal success rate at treating skin cancer. Also even though skin cancer treatment is painless you may still feel some pain during the procedure or a few months later, this is owing to the fact that your skin cells may be dying or already dead. Your skin will also become sensitive to light so you may be prescribed a special ointment or skin cream.

SCC Clinic cancer radiotherapy – how fast is it?

While radiotherapy is considerable fast in skin cancer cases you may still have to wait a few weeks to notice any results. However, in addition to positive results there may also be adverse effects something which your doctor may have already told you about. You may also require a few more sessions depending on the doctor’s assessment of your skin and how many cancer cells still survive after radiation therapy has been administered. In most cases it shouldn’t be long before you are 100% cured of your condition.