THE onset of a strong smell such as burnt toast or rubber - which only you can detect - has long been thought to be a symptom of a serious health condition. 12:00, Wed, Dec 28, 2016. GETTY. Many people believe smelling burnt toast is a sign of a brain tumour.
Radiation therapy, or radiotherapy, uses various forms of radiation to safely and effectively treat prostate cancer. It works by damaging the genetic material within the prostate cancer cells and limiting their ability to successfully reproduce. When these damaged cancer cells die, the body naturally eliminates them.
Radiation therapy for stomach cancer. Radiation therapy uses high-energy rays or particles to destroy cancer cells. It is sometimes used to treat stomach cancer. In most cases, radiation therapy is given with chemotherapy (chemoradiation). Your healthcare team will consider your personal needs to plan the type and amount of radiation and when and how it is given.