Breast Cancer Treatment Protocols

Breast cancer treatment typically involves a combination of surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. Surgery may remove the tumor or entire breast, followed by radiation to eliminate any remaining cancer cells. Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill cancer cells, while hormone therapy blocks hormones that fuel certain types of breast cancer. Targeted therapy focuses on specific characteristics of the cancer cells. The exact treatment plan depends on the cancer's type, stage, and the patient's overall health, and decisions are often made collaboratively between the patient and a team of healthcare professionals.