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Importance of antineoplastic drug in breast cancer treatment

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  Antineoplastic drugs play a crucial role in the treatment of breast cancer. Breast cancer is a complex disease that requires a multimodal approach, including surgery, radiation therapy, and systemic treatments such as chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, and targeted therapy. Antineoplastic drugs, specifically chemotherapy agents, are a key component of systemic treatment for breast cancer. Here are some reasons why antineoplastic drugs are important in breast cancer treatment: Here are some reasons why antineoplastic drugs are important in breast cancer treatment: Killing cancer cells : Antineoplastic drugs work by targeting and destroying cancer cells. These drugs interfere with the cell division process, preventing the cancer cells from multiplying and spreading. They can shrink tumors, alleviate symptoms, and improve overall survival rates. Adjuvant therapy : Antineoplastic drugs are commonly used as adjuvant therapy in breast cancer treatment. After surgical removal of a tumor, a...

Estrogen receptor-positive metastatic breast cancer treatment

  Estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) metastatic breast cancer is the most common type of breast cancer in India. It has a higher risk of spreading to other parts of the body than other types of breast cancer. Fortunately, there are many treatment options available for this form of cancer in India. The most common treatment for ER+ metastatic breast cancer is hormone therapy. This involves taking drugs that block the actions of estrogen in the body. These drugs are usually taken orally as pills or injections, and may be combined with other medicines. Hormone therapy is usually recommended as the first line of treatment for ER+ metastatic breast cancer as it can slow down the growth of the cancer and reduce the risk of it spreading. Another option for ER+ metastatic breast cancer is chemotherapy. This involves using powerful drugs to kill off cancer cells. Chemotherapy can be given as an injection, or as tablets or capsules taken orally. It is usually recommended as part of a combi...

Why all breast cancer treatments are not the same?

Breast Cancer treatment is highly personalized because it is planned based on the patient’s demographic details and cancer stage. Besides this, according to the American cancer society, there are about 20 subcategories of breast cancer and not all breast cancers are similar. Did you know? Determining the hormonal status and the genetic makeup of breast cancer plays a significant role in designing the treatment plan and improving the survival rate of the patients. However, a biopsy report is needed to confirm the type of breast cancer. The latest study reports show that 70% of   metastatic breast cancer   cases are typically presented with hormone receptor-positive and human epidermal growth factor negative. If a breast cancer biopsy report tests positive for the hormone receptor (HR), it implies that the female hormones i.e, estrogen and progesterone, are involved in the rapid growth of breast cancer cells. In hormone receptor-positive( HR+ve) breast cancer the estrogen sends ...