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VIDEO: Watch video on Triple Negative Breast Cancer Treatment Implications.<\/h3>\n Treatment<\/strong> \nWhat Are Treatments for Breast Cancer? \nBreast cancer treatments have come a long way in the past few generations. Get a general overview of treatment options for today\u2019s breast cancer patients.<\/p>\nChoosing Your Best Breast Cancer Treatment<\/strong> \nPatients\u2019 preferences are part of the decision-making process in choosing breast cancer treatments. This article describes the options.<\/p>\nTool: Breast Cancer Health Check<\/strong> \nExplore and evaluate treatment options for your particular stage and type of breast cancer.<\/p>\nBreast Cancer Surgery<\/strong> \nSurgery is done to remove cancer while it’s still in the breast. This article is a brief introduction to breast cancer surgery.<\/p>\nChemotherapy<\/strong> \nChemotherapy is often used to cut the chances of cancer\u2019s return (recurrence).<\/p>\nChemotherapy and Breast Cancer: Detailed Information<\/strong> \nThis article provides in-depth information on breast cancer chemotherapy.<\/p>\nRadiation for Breast Cancer<\/strong> \nRadiation therapy is another way to help reduce the chance of cancer\u2019s return.<\/p>\nHormone Therapy<\/strong> \nHormone therapy may help curb the growth, spread, or recurrence of some types of breast cancer.<\/p>\nHormone Therapy Drugs for Breast Cancer<\/strong> \nRead about tamoxifen, aromatase inhibitors, and other hormonal treatments for breast cancer.<\/p>\nHormone Therapy for Breast Cancer FAQs<\/strong> \nSome (but not all) breast cancers are sensitive to hormones such as estrogen and progestin. Read about hormonal therapy for those types of breast cancer.<\/p>\nBiological Therapy for Breast Cancer<\/strong> \nBiological therapy aims to use the body\u2019s immune system to curb cancer. This article provides an overview of biological therapy for breast cancer.<\/p>\nHerceptin<\/strong> \nHerceptin is a type of biological therapy for breast cancer. Read about it in this article.<\/p>\nBreast Cancer Treatment by Stage \nLearn about treatment options by stage. \nAfter Breast Cancer Treatment: Follow-Up Care \nAfter breast cancer treatment, follow-up care is a must. Here\u2019s an overview to help you keep track.<\/p>\n
Treating Recurrent Breast Cancer<\/strong> \nIf breast cancer returns, it doesn\u2019t always come back to the breast, and its location may help determine treatment. Learn more about treating recurrent breast cancer.<\/p>\nRelated Web Site: Alternative Medicine and Complementary Therapies for Breast Cancer<\/strong> \nMost doctors don\u2019t recommend relying only on alternative medicine for breast cancer. But some complementary therapies, including meditation, prayer, and acupuncture, may be worth discussing with your doctor to enhance, but not replace, conventional care, says the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. This link will take you to its web site.<\/p>\nCare<\/strong> \nSecond Opinion for Breast Cancer Diagnosis \nAre you looking for a second opinion about your breast cancer diagnosis? The information in this article may help. \nBreast Cancer Doctors<\/strong> \nInformation on selecting board-certified specialists for treating your breast cancer. \nBecoming a Proactive Cancer Patient<\/strong> \nIt\u2019s your body and your life, so take a proactive role in your cancer care. This article explores ways to do that with any type of cancer. \nQuestions for Doctors About Breast Cancer?<\/strong> \nNew breast cancer patients may have a lot of questions about their care. Here\u2019s a general list to start with before choosing treatment.<\/p>\n11 Questions to Ask the Medical Oncologist<\/strong> \nMedical oncologists are cancer specialists. Here are questions you may want to ask them. \n10 Questions to Ask the Breast Cancer Surgeon<\/strong> \nGetting breast cancer surgery? Here are 10 questions to help you get the answers you need from your surgeon before the operation.<\/p>\nRelated Web Site: Exercises for Recovery from Breast Cancer Surgery<\/strong> \nThis link will take you to an American Cancer Society article on exercises to help with recovery from breast cancer surgery.<\/p>\n10 Questions to Ask the Radiation Oncologist<\/strong> \nIf you’re getting radiation therapy for breast cancer, this list of 10 questions may come in handy when speaking with your radiation cancer specialist.<\/p>\nClinical Trials<\/strong> \nBreast Cancer Clinical Trials \nWhat is a clinical trial? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Learn all about about breast cancer clinical trials. \nFinding a Breast Cancer Clinical Trial \nCheck out sites chosen by WebMD doctors that offer information and services to help you determine if a clinical trial may be right for you.<\/p>\n