Radiologist Questions Radiation Therapy

Can radiation treatment reduce the size of a tumor?

A tumor was discovered in my breast and my doctors are sending me for radiation therapy. Can radiation therapy effectively be used to reduce the size of the tumor?

2 Answers

Yes. It is usually employed in conjunction with Chemotherapy (referred to as neo- adjuvant if given prior to surgery).
Yes, in some type of breast tumors radiation therapy is effective.