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Need expert help here. what are the types of cancer treatments?

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Three usual: Modalities. Most cancers are treated with one or more of the following treatments, surgery to remove the lesion and confirm diagnosis, radiation to control cancer cells and chemotherapy for the same aim. Chemotherapy consists of many different drugs. Often all three modalities are used.

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