Hormonal Therapies in Gynecologic Cancers

Hormonal therapies are treatments used in some gynecologic cancers, such as breast and uterine cancer, to block or reduce the effects of hormones that can fuel cancer growth. These therapies may involve medications that lower hormone levels or prevent hormones from binding to cancer cells. By disrupting the hormone signals, these treatments can slow down or shrink tumors, improve survival rates, and enhance quality of life. Hormonal therapies are often used alongside other treatments like surgery or chemotherapy, depending on the specific type and stage of cancer.