What does a radiation oncologist do?

A radiation oncologist evaluates individual patients, determining the best management plan, overseeing treatment and assessing progress. Radiation Oncologists may also order tests and images, prescribe medications, and consult with other doctors involved with cancer treatment.

What are the typical symptoms of cancer?

There may be Change in bowel or bladder habit, sore that does not heal, Unusual bleeding or discharge, Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere, Indigestion or difficulty in swallowing, Obvious change in a wart or mole and hoarseness in voice.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the radiation oncologist?

Chest x-rays and various imaging procedures are required by the radiation oncologist.

Will the radiation hurt?

Most people feel little to no discomfort during treatment but some may experience weakness or nausea.

How long does it take for radiation to remove the tumor?

It depends on the type of tumor, For tumors that divide slowly, the mass may shrink over a long, extended period after radiation stops. The median time for a prostate cancer to shrink is about 18 months.

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About Dr. Arne-Joern Lemke

Dr. Arne-Joern Lemke is a Radiation Oncologist/Radiologist at Bremen-Mitte Clinic since 2011 with a total experience spanning 26 years in the field.

•    He specialises in the treatment, planning and delivery of radiation-based therapies for malignant and benign diseases. His medical expertise includes performing procedures such as, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computed Tomography (CT) and Positron Emission Tomography (PET-CT).
•    In 1992, Dr. Lemke completed graduation from the Medical Faculty of the University of Humboldt, Berlin, followed by Ph.D Defense in 2001.
•    He has authored three academic theses; 1. Quantitative Assessment of Osteoblast Activity in Bone Scintigraphy and ROI Technique for Evaluation of Regeneration and Complications in Cemented Hip Prosthesis (1993); 2. Integration of MRI and CT Data With Isotropic Voxels in Proton Irradiation Planning For Ocular Tumors" (2011); 3. Management Aspects of Teleradiology.