Cancer Treatment

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a medical treatment using X-rays or other forms of radiation

  • Roentgenotherapy is a medical treatment that uses X-rays to treat various conditions such as cancer.
  • My aunt underwent roentgenotherapy for her tumor.
  • I heard roentgenotherapy can be quite intense.
  • Sometimes we need roentgenotherapy for our minds to see things more clearly.

noun a combining form meaning 'pertaining to the immune system'

adjective relating to the immune system

  • The immuno-oncology field is rapidly advancing with new treatments for cancer.
  • I heard that immuno-oncology is a promising area for cancer research.
  • Immuno stuff is really cool, it's all about boosting your body's defenses.
  • Her immuno-response to stress is impressive, she always stays healthy even in tough situations.