Dr. Hasan Murshed, Radiation Oncologist and author of Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology, shares clear, easy-to-understand answers to some of the most common questions patients have about cancer treatment. In this video, Dr. Murshed explains what radiation therapy is, how it works, and what patients can expect before, during, and after treatment. 1. What Does Radiation Therapy do to Cancer Cells? 2. Does Radiation Therapy Hurt? 3. What are the side effects of Radiation Therapy? 4. How long does Radiation Treatment Take?

Dr. Hasan Murshed, Radiation Oncologist and author of Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology, continues this educational series by answering another set of common and important questions about cancer treatment.

In Part 2, Dr. Murshed focuses on safety, effectiveness, and what patients can expect during radiation therapy, helping to clarify how this treatment fits into an overall cancer care plan. Topics covered include: 1. How safe is radiation therapy? 2. How is radiation therapy different from chemotherapy? 3. Can radiation therapy cure cancer? 4. What happens during a radiation therapy treatment?

Dr. Hasan Murshed, Radiation Oncologist and author of Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology, continues his series “Your Cancer Questions Answered” with a deeper look at what patients commonly experience during radiation therapy. In Part 3, Dr. Murshed addresses practical, everyday concerns that often arise once treatment begins. With clarity and compassion, he answers: 1. Will Radiation Therapy Make Me Radioactive? 2. Will I Get Fatigued During Radiation Treatment? 3. Can I Work During My Radiation Treatment? 4. Will I Have Hair Loss During Radiation Treatment? 5. What Are Skin Care Tips During Radiation Treatment?

In this video, Dr. Murshed answers practical, patient-focused questions that often come up during diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship, including: 1. How is radiation therapy used for breast cancer? 2. How is radiation therapy used for prostate cancer? 3. Who will be involved in my cancer treatment? 4. What are the long-term effects of radiation therapy? 5. What does “ringing the bell” symbolize at the end of treatment? 6. What questions should I ask my oncologist?