What is another word for roentgenotherapy?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈə͡ʊntd͡ʒənˌə͡ʊθɪɹəpi] (IPA) 
Roentgenotherapy is a medical treatment that uses X-rays to destroy cancerous cells or tumors. Synonyms for this term include radiation therapy, radiotherapy, X-ray therapy, and radiation oncology. Radiation therapy involves the use of high-energy radiation to target and destroy cancer cells. This can be done externally, with a machine that directs radiation to the affected area of the body, or internally, with a radioactive source placed near the cancerous tissue. Radiotherapy is an effective treatment for many types of cancer, including prostate cancer, breast cancer, and lung cancer. Though it may cause side effects, such as nausea, fatigue, and skin irritation, radiation therapy can be curative or palliative, and can greatly improve the quality of life for cancer patients.
