endocrine therapies

Endocrine therapies are treatments that target hormones involved in certain diseases, like some types of breast and prostate cancers. These therapies work by blocking hormone production or preventing hormones from attaching to cancer cells, which can slow or stop tumor growth. Because these cancers often depend on hormones like estrogen or testosterone to grow, stopping these hormones’ effects can be an effective way to control the disease. Endocrine therapies are usually used alongside other treatments and are tailored to each patient's specific condition.