Breast cancer starts when cells in the breast begin to grow out of control and can spread when cancer cells enter the blood or lymph system and are carried to other parts of the body. These cells usually form a tumor that can often be seen on an X-ray or felt as a lump. A tumor is malignant (cancer) if the cells can grow into surrounding tissues or spread to distant areas of the body. Breast cancer occurs almost entirely in women, but men can get breast cancer, too.
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There are several ways to treat breast cancer, depending on its type and stage. Many women receive more than one type of treatment as part of their care.
Local therapies treat the tumor without affecting the rest of the body and are more likely to be used for earlier-stage breast cancers, although they may also be appropriate in some other situations. Local treatment options may include:
Breast cancer can also be treated using drugs given by mouth or directly into the bloodstream. These are called systemic therapies because they can reach cancer cells anywhere in the body. Depending on the type of breast cancer, treatment may include:
Cancer care often involves more than one team, treatment or area of expertise. Our teams work together to coordinate care, communicate clearly and help patients understand what comes next at each stage.
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