Breast Cancer : Treatments
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Treatment is based on many factors, including type and stage of the cancer, whether the cancer is sensitive to certain hormones, and whether or not the cancer overproduces (overexpresses) a gene called HER2/neu. In general, cancer treatments may i...
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The best chance for successful treatment is to find breast cancer early. Breast cancer is a life-threatening disease, and a correct diagnosis and appropriate treatment with surgery, chemotherapy, and/or radiation is critical to controlling the ill...
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Breast cancer is caused by the development of malignant cells in the breast. The malignant cells originate in the lining of the milk glands or ducts of the breast (ductal epithelium), defining this malignancy as a cancer. Cancer cells are characte...
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The use of tamoxifen and other agents which alter the hormone status of the patient are under study. The National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project (NSABP) with support from the National Cancer Institute began a study in 1992 (called the ...
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Once the cancer has been surgically removed, the oncologist, a specialist in cancer medicine, may recommend radiation to destroy any remaining breast cancer cells. Radiation stops cancer cells from dividing. It works especially well on fast-growin...
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Chemotherapy refers to drugs that are used to kill microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi) and cancer cells. Most commonly, the term is used to refer to cancer-fighting drugs.
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Chemotherapy is the systemic (whole body) treatment of cancer with anticancer drugs. Purpose The main purpose of chemotherapy is to kill cancer cells.
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Chemotherapy is treatment of cancer with anticancer drugs . Purpose The main purpose of chemotherapy is to kill cancer cells.
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Nail Care During ChemotherapyCaution:Call your doctor if your cuticles become red and painful or show other changes.Minor nail problems are common side effects of chemotherapy. These side effects occur because the treatment affects normal cells as...
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Chemotherapy: Common QuestionsYou may have questions about how chemotherapy could affect the things you take for granted in everyday life. Here are some answers to common questions, and some of the adjustments you may need to make.Will I Still Be ...
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Chemotherapy, sometimes referred to as " chemo, " is the treatment of cancer with anticancer drugs. Purpose The main purpose of chemotherapy is to kill cancer cells.
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Chemotherapy is the treatment of cancer with anti- cancer drugs . Purpose The purpose of chemotherapy is to kill cancer cells.
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Nutrition During ChemotherapyDuring chemotherapy, the energy provided by a healthy diet can help you rebuild normal cells. It can also help you keep up your strength and fight infection.
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Skin Care During ChemotherapyMinor skin problems are common side effects of chemotherapy. These side effects occur because the treatment affects normal cells as well as cancer cells.
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Understanding ChemotherapyKnowing what chemotherapy does, and when and how it is given, may make you feel less anxious about starting treatment. Chemotherapy can be a single medication or a combination of medications.
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Receiving IV ChemotherapyYou may have ashort-term IVthat is removed after each treatment. Or you may have acentral venous catheter.This is a thin tube that is inserted into a large vein with access to your central blood supply.
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Is HRT right for you? That's up to you and your healthcare provider. Your healthcare provider will review your health needs. Then he or she will suggest steps you can take to control any symptoms or health risks. HRT may be one part of your overall program.
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Hormone Therapy For WomenHormone therapy (HT) increases your levels of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. This will help reduce signs of menopause.
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Breast lump removal is a surgical procedure to remove a lump in the breast .
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A lumpectomy is a type of surgery for breast cancer . It is considered " breast-conserving " surgery because in a lumpectomy, only the malignant tumor and a surrounding margin of normal breast tissue are removed.
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Lumpectomy is surgery to remove cancer. It's a breast-conserving surgery, which means your breast remains intact. If you're having a lumpectomy, you'll probably also have radiation therapy.
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A lumpectomy is a type of surgery for breast cancer . It is considered " breast-conserving " surgery because in a lumpectomy, only the malignant tumor and a surrounding margin of normal breast tissue are removed.
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Lumpectomy is a type of surgery for breast cancer. It is considered " breast-conserving " surgery because only the malignant tumor and a surrounding margin of normal breast tissue are removed.
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Several surgical procedures are used to treat breast cancer. The goal of each is to remove the cancer. Based on medical factors and your own feelings, you and your surgeon will decide which approach may be best for you.
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A mastectomy is the surgical removal of the entire breast, usually to treat serious breast disease, such as breast cancer. There are four general types of mastectomy: A SUBCUTANEOUS MASTECTOMY removes the entire breast, but leaves the nipple and areola (the pigmented circle around the nipple) in place. TOTAL (OR SIMPLE) MASTECTOMY is the removal of the whole breast, but not the lymph nodes under the arm (axillary nodes). In a MODIFIED RADICAL MASTECTOMY, the whole breast and most of the lymph nodes under the arm (axillary nodes) are removed. Removal of these lymph nodes is called an axillary dissection. RADICAL MASTECTOMY involves removal of the chest wall muscles (pectorals) in addition to the breast and axillary lymph nodes. For many years, this operation was considered the standard for women with breast cancer, but it is rarely used today. It is mostly of historical interest.
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Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the breast for the treatment or prevention of breast cancer . Purpose Mastectomy is performed as a surgical treatment for breast cancer.
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Mastectomy is surgery to remove the breast. The most commonly done mastectomies are called simple and modified radical. During these procedures, the chest muscle is not removed. As a result, arm strength remains. Keeping the chest muscle also makes reconstruction easier.
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Mastectomy is the surgical removal of the breast for the treatment or prevention of breast cancer . Purpose Mastectomy is performed as a surgical treatment for breast cancer .
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Mastectomy: After SurgeryThe length of your hospital stay depends on the type of surgery you have. You’ll be given instructions to follow during recovery.
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Mastectomy: Follow-Up C areSuccessful treatment of your cancer is the first step toward a healthy future. Now you can begin a follow-up program.
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Mastectomy: Healing at HomeAfter surgery, your body needs time to recover. You will receive information about helping your body heal.
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A treatment approach that uses radiation to destroy cancer cells.
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Radiation therapy, sometimes called radiotherapy, x-ray therapy radiation treatment, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy, or irradiation uses high energy, penetrating waves or particles such as x rays, gamma rays, proton rays, or neutron rays to destroy cancer cells or keep them from reproducing. Purpose The purpose of radiation therapy is to kill or damage cancer cells.
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Radiotherapy is the use of high-energy penetrating radiation (x rays, gamma rays, proton rays, and neutron rays) to kill cancer cells. Purpose The primary purpose of radiotherapy is to eliminate or shrink localized cancers.
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Understanding Radiation TherapyRadiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells.What Is Cancer?
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Radiation therapy, sometimes called radiotherapy, x-ray therapy radiation treatment, cobalt therapy, electron beam therapy, or irradiation uses high energy, penetrating waves or particles such as x rays, gamma rays, proton rays, or neutron rays to destroy cancer cells or keep them from reproducing. Purpose The purpose of radiation therapy is to kill or damage cancer cells.
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Radiation Therapy TreatmentRadiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells.Radiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. It begins with a planning visit to map out your treatment.
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Radiation Therapy TeamRadiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells.Radiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. Your radiation therapy team will work with you.
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Radiation Therapy: Your Daily LifeRadiation therapy can help you in your fight against cancer. To feel better, get plenty of rest, exercise, and eat well.
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Radiation Therapy: Resources to HelpRadiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to treat your cancer.From the moment you found out you had cancer, you most likely have had questions about treatment. You are not facing cancer treatment alone.
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Segmentectomy is the excision (removal) of a portion of any organ or gland. The procedure has several variations and many names, including wide excision, lumpectomy , tumorectomy, quadrantectomy, and partial mastectomy .
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Segmentectomy is the excision (removal) of a portion of any organ or gland. The procedure has several variations and many names, including segmental resection, wide excision, lumpectomy , tumorectomy, quadrantectomy , and partial mastectomy.
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Simple mastectomy is the surgical removal of one or both breasts. The adjacent lymph nodes and chest muscles are left intact.
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