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['Nceda usithumelele i-imeyile ngayo nayiphi na imibuzo / iingcebiso.']
How to treat breast cancer?
The treatment for breast cancer depends on various factors such as the stage of cancer, the type of cancer, the patient's overall health, and personal preferences.
Some common treatment options include:
1. Surgery: This involves removing the tumor and surrounding tissue.
There are different types of surgery, including lumpectomy, mastectomy, and lymph node removal.
2. Radiation therapy: This uses high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and shrink tumors.
It is often used after surgery to kill any remaining cancer cells.
3. Chemotherapy: This involves using drugs to kill cancer cells.
It can be given intravenously or or orally and is often used to shrink tumors before surgery or to kill any remaining cancer cells after surgery.
4. Hormone therapy: This is used for hormone-receptor-positive breast cancers and works by blocking the hormones that fuel the growth of cancer cells.
5. Targeted therapy: This uses drugs that target specific molecules involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells.
6. Immunotherapy: This helps the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.
7. Clinical trials: Patients may also consider participating in clinical trials to access new and experimental treatments.
It is important to discuss the best treatment options with a healthcare team, as the treatment plan will be tailored to the individual's specific needs and circumstances.
Additionally, supportive care such as pain management, emotional support, and nutritional guidance may also be part of the treatment plan.
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