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As this eMedTV article explains, post-exposure rabies treatment involves a series of injections with rabies immune globulin and rabies vaccine. While this treatment for rabies is extremely effective, it must be started before the onset of symptoms.
In most cases, the rabies vaccine is given after a person has been exposed to rabies. As discussed in this eMedTV article, when the vaccine for rabies is administered before the onset of symptoms it is extremely effective.
The rabies virus is an RNA virus that attacks the nervous system in mammals, including humans. This eMedTV page describes how the virus is transmitted (usually by an animal bite) and explains how rabies may cause serious symptoms and even death.
There are two types of radiation used for uterine cancer treatment: external and internal radiation. This eMedTV Web page discusses the potential benefits and side effects of using radiation for uterine cancer treatment.
Radiation Therapy for Hodgkin's
Radiation therapy for Hodgkin's disease uses high-energy x-rays or other radiation to kill cancer cells. This eMedTV resource describes ways in which radiation therapy is administered for Hodgkin's disease and potential side effects of the treatment.
Radiation Therapy for Melanoma
Radiation therapy for melanoma may be used to help control the spread of the disease. This eMedTV article describes this treatment option in detail, including indications that may warrant it and possible side effects.
Radiation Therapy for Skin Cancer
As this segment of the eMedTV library explains, radiation therapy for skin cancer may be used if you have a growth on your eyelid, ear, or nose, or if the cancer comes back after surgery. This segment also lists possible side effects.
Radiation Treatment for Bladder Cancer
Also known as radiotherapy, radiation treatment for bladder cancer kills cancer cells by using high-energy rays. This eMedTV site discusses the two types of radiation treatment for bladder cancer: external radiation and internal radiation.
Radiation Treatment for Colon Cancer
Radiation treatment for colon cancer (also known as radiotherapy) uses radiation to kill cancer cells. This eMedTV Web page discusses radiation therapy for colon cancer and includes information about common side effects of radiotherapy.
Radiation Treatment for Kidney Cancer
Radiation treatment for kidney cancer uses high-energy rays to kill cancer cells. This eMedTV article describes how radiation therapy is used to treat kidney cancer and describes side effects associated with the treatment, such as urinary discomfort.