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1. Which specialist doctors treats salivary gland cancer?

A general surgeon performs the surgical excision. Oncologist would deliver the chemotherapy and radiotherapist plans radiotherapy.

2. Can complementary or alternative medicine treatments cure salivary gland cancers?

No complementary or alternative medicine treatments can cure salivary gland cancer.

3. Do patients who undergo radiation therapy experience fatigue?

Many people do. Complementary therapies can help you. Talk to your doctor before trying out methods like acupuncture, massage therapy etc.
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