Mammary gland cancer

Update date : 29 Aug, 2024
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Breast gland cancer, which is a malignant tumor originating from the breast gland in breast cancer, is one of the most common cancers among women. The incidence of breast cancer is related to many factors, including heredity, estrogen level, breast density and poor lifestyle. With the continuous progress of medical technology, the treatment of breast cancer is also increasingly rich and perfect.


The latest treatment methods for breast glandular cancer mainly include:

Surgical treatment:

Partial mastectomy: suitable for patients with small lumps located around the breast, which can preserve most of the breast tissue.

Total mastectomy: For patients with large or poorly located masses, total mastectomy may be performed, which may be accompanied by axillary lymph node dissection.

Breast conserving surgery: combined with radiotherapy, aimed at preserving the appearance of the breast and improving the patient's quality of life.

Radiation therapy:

Using high-energy radiation to kill or damage cancer cells and reduce the risk of recurrence. Commonly used for postoperative adjuvant therapy or palliative care for late stage patients.

Chemotherapy:

Using chemical drugs to kill or inhibit the growth and division of cancer cells through intravenous injection or oral administration. Suitable for preoperative neoadjuvant chemotherapy, postoperative adjuvant chemotherapy, and palliative chemotherapy for advanced patients.

Endocrine therapy:

For patients with estrogen receptor positivity, inhibiting the growth of cancer cells by blocking the action of estrogen. Common medications include tamoxifen, letrozole, etc.

Targeted therapy:

Targeted therapy can be used for specific cancer cell molecular targets, such as HER2 positive patients who can receive targeted therapy with drugs like trastuzumab.

Immunotherapy:

The emerging treatment methods in recent years recognize and attack cancer cells by activating the patient's own immune system. In the treatment of breast cancer, immunotherapy is gradually showing its potential.

Comprehensive treatment strategy:

The treatment of breast cancer usually adopts a comprehensive treatment strategy, that is, according to the specific situation of the patient, the above multiple treatment methods are organically combined to achieve the best treatment effect. In addition, with the continuous development of medical technology, new treatment methods such as immunotherapy and gene therapy are also emerging, providing more treatment options and hope for breast cancer patients.


In summary, there are various treatment methods for breast glandular cancer, and they are constantly improving and perfecting. Patients should actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment plan and maintain a positive attitude and good lifestyle habits during the treatment process to improve treatment effectiveness and quality of life.


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