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Radiation Oncology
February 17th, 2011 | 
Author: Oncology is the study of tumors and cancers. A radiation oncologist is a physician who specializes in the treatment of cancer using radiation therapy methods and the study of controlling cancer. Radiation prevents the cancerous cells from reproducing and can also be used to relieve pain from a tumor by shrinking it.
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Oncology Massage Can Help Ease Effects of Cancer Treatment
Oncology massage is a specific type of bodywork that is targeted toward boosting the healing process of those who are undergoing treatments for cancer. Cancer patients frequently experience side effects from chemotherapy and other treatments, such as surgery and radiation, that cause increased pain, fatigue, low blood count, nausea, insomnia and decreased immune system function.