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Is Radiation Therapy Advisable For An Ovarian Cancer Woman Suffering With Epilepsy?
I am in remission from ovarian cancer 3.5 years is it safe to have procedure I have had some issues with ports in the past - internal one was jogged loose after surgery causing infection The one by my collar bone had to be removed in emergency procedure it almost popped through skin I think a seizure may have moved it. I have vestibular developed disorder as well as epilepsy. I have memory issues which are getting worse after over 40 concussions. My seizures are increasing and I really need something to help. I have generalized epilepsy surgery not an option. Have been on all meds but 3.
Tue, 5 Nov 2019
Hi,
Radiation therapy kills cancer cells effectively but it can damage / cause seizures. Here being in abdominal area, though the risk is lesser. Radiation therapy in epileptic patient has to be decided by treating do for after weighing its benefits & side effects.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
Radiation therapy kills cancer cells effectively but it can damage / cause seizures. Here being in abdominal area, though the risk is lesser. Radiation therapy in epileptic patient has to be decided by treating do for after weighing its benefits & side effects.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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