Treatments & side effects

A patient undergoes cancer treatment

Cancer treatment depends on the cancer type, where it began, and whether it's spread (plus general health and personal choices). Often more than one treatment's used.

Options include surgery , immunotherapy, hormone therapy and targeted therapy, as well as:

Chemotherapy or

Radiotherapy

Many cancers can be cured. If you have advanced cancer and a cure's unlikely, palliative care can relieve symptoms, help you feel comfortable and live longer

Deciding on treatments

Who to consult and how to choose.

Cancer treatment centres

An extensive statewide list.

Complementary therapies

How are they different? Can they help?

Clinical trials

Trials for newly developed treatments.

Clinical practice guidelines

Medical guides for specific cancers.

Questions for your doctor

May help you better understand your treatment and illness.

Updated: 20 Apr, 2013