Treatments for Breast Cancer
October 31, 2016Many different treatments are available for breast cancer. Click on the links below to learn more about this topic.
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Breast Cancer: Introduction
Breast cancer is 1 of the most common types of cancer in women in the U.S. Once breast cancer occurs, cancer cells can spread to other parts of the body, making it life-threatening. The good news is that breast cancer is often found early, before it has spread.
Breast Cancer: Genetic Testing
If you are believed to be at risk for a hereditary cancer syndrome, genetic testing can be helpful. It can be used to look for the gene changes linked to these syndromes.
Lymphedema: Your Treatment Options
Many breast cancer patients develop lymphedema and must learn to manage it even after they've finished their cancer treatment. Physical therapist Elizabeth Frierson, DPT, OCS, CLT explains how lymphedema is treated.
Breast Cancer: Symptoms
Breast cancer often causes no symptoms in its early stages. Women with early breast cancer usually don't have pain or notice any breast changes caused by the cancer. This is why routine screening tests are so important.
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