Hormone receptor-positive breast cancer

Hormone receptor-positive breast cancer is a type of breast cancer where the cancer cells have receptors for hormones like estrogen and progesterone. This means the growth of the cancer can be influenced by these hormones. Doctors often test for these receptors to determine the best treatment options. Hormone therapies, which block these hormones or lower their levels in the body, can be effective in treating this type of cancer. Knowing whether a breast cancer is hormone receptor-positive helps guide decisions about treatment and management, improving the chances of a better outcome.