TREATMENTS
Treatment of breast cancer will typically involve surgery followed by a combination of chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiation. Treatments however do vary depending on the patient and depending on the stage of cancer.
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Surgery
Lumpectomy-removal of cancerous tumor and possibility removal of lymph nodes
Mastectomy-removal of whole breast
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Chemotherapy
Medicines that interfere with cancer growth and division, intended to reduce and kill tumors.
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Radiation Therapy
X-rays or high energy rays applied to the tumor and surrounding areas to destroy cancer cells.
