Treating a Benign Tumor
Benign tumors are non-cancerous growths that do not spread to other parts of the body. They can be treated with numerous methods, depending on the type, size, and location of the tumor. Treatment options include:
Surgery: Surgery is often the first line of treatment for a benign tumor. The tumor is removed through a surgical procedure; depending on its size and location, this may be done through open surgery or laparoscopic surgery.
Radiation Therapy: Radiation therapy is sometimes used to treat benign tumors, particularly those that are located in or near sensitive areas of the body. It works by targeting and destroying cancer cells with high-energy waves or particles.
Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is sometimes used to treat benign tumors, especially if the tumor has grown rapidly or is located in a sensitive area. Chemotherapy drugs target and destroy cancer cells, but can also damage healthy cells.
Hormonal Therapy: Hormonal therapy is used to treat benign tumors that are hormone-dependent. It works by blocking or reducing the production of certain hormones that can cause the tumor to grow.
Immunotherapy: Immunotherapy is a relatively new type of treatment that uses the body’s own immune system to attack cancer cells. It is sometimes used to treat benign tumors, particularly those that are located in sensitive areas.
Cryotherapy: Cryotherapy is a form of treatment in which a cold liquid or gas is used to freeze and destroy cancer cells. It is sometimes used to treat benign tumors, especially those that are located in sensitive areas.
