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GlossaryBreast Cancer Treatment

involves medical strategies like surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation

Breast Cancer Treatment, also known as Breast Cancer Therapy or Breast Cancer Management, encompasses a range of medical strategies used to combat breast cancer. These treatments can include surgery to remove tumors, chemotherapy to kill cancer cells, radiation therapy to target specific areas, hormone therapy to block cancer growth, and targeted therapy to attack specific cancer cell mechanisms. The choice of treatment depends on the type, stage, and characteristics of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health and preferences.

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research Beyond cancer treatment: dermo-aesthetic and other wellness recommendations for breast cancer patients

5 citations , August 2024 in “Clinical & Translational Oncology”

Breast cancer patients should balance treatment with safe wellness practices to improve quality of life, consulting their oncologist first.

research The Safety of Local Hormonal Treatment for Vulvovaginal Atrophy in Women With Estrogen Receptor-positive Breast Cancer Who Are on Adjuvant Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy: Meta-analysis

18 citations , August 2019 in “Clinical breast cancer”

Local hormonal treatment for vulvovaginal atrophy is likely safe for women with estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer on aromatase inhibitors.

Analysis of Quantitative Changes in Hair Growth During Treatment With Chemotherapy or Tamoxifen in Patients With Breast Cancer: A Cohort Study

research Analysis of quantitative changes in hair growth during treatment with chemotherapy or tamoxifen in patients with breast cancer: a cohort study

24 citations , November 2013 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

Chemotherapy causes hair loss starting soon after treatment begins and recovers about 3 months after ending, while tamoxifen does not significantly affect hair growth.

research Finasteride treatment and male breast cancer: a register-based cohort study in four Nordic countries

8 citations , December 2017 in “Cancer Medicine”

Finasteride use may increase the risk of male breast cancer.

research Pegylated Liposomal Doxorubicin in the Treatment of Breast Cancer

108 citations , December 2003 in “Clinical breast cancer”

PLD is an effective and safer alternative for treating breast cancer.

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community My mother has been losing hair as of recently (she's approaching 60). What are the best supplements and medications I could buy for her to help her with thinning hair, apart from high quality multivitamin, collagen with hyaluronic acid, omega-3s and other basics?

in Treatment 2 upvotes 2 years ago

A user seeks advice on treatments for his mother's hair loss, considering Minoxidil, Finasteride, and shampoos. The mother is being monitored for breast cancer, which may be relevant.

community Dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to “new research” on male breast cancer. anyone heard of this?

in Research/Science 54 upvotes 7 months ago

A dermatologist refused to prescribe finasteride due to concerns about recent research linking it to male breast cancer, suggesting a topical alternative with minoxidil instead. The user is advised to seek a second opinion, as the evidence for such risks is inconclusive and the dermatologist's reasoning seems questionable.

community Rant: Rejected request for fin YET AGAIN, guess DIY is my only option 🙃

in Female 29 upvotes 2 years ago

A woman has been struggling with hair loss for over 12 years and is frustrated with doctors refusing to prescribe finasteride due to potential birth defects and unproven breast cancer risk. She's considering self-treatment or permanent birth control, after being offered only minoxidil, PRP therapy, and weaker natural supplements like Saw Palmetto.

community Anybody used Fluridil ? Is my last hope.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 4 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation is about alternatives to finasteride for hair loss, with suggestions including fluridil, oral minoxidil, alfatradiol, and cb-03-01. Concerns about finasteride's side effects, including potential breast cancer risk, are also discussed.

community How do we only have two treatments to combat hair loss at this point in time?

in Chat 211 upvotes 3 years ago

The post discusses frustration over the limited and not always effective treatments for hair loss, mainly Minoxidil and Finasteride. The conversation includes mentions of potential new treatments like GT20029, HMI-115, CosmeRNA, KX-826, and microneedling, but also highlights the challenges of funding and prioritizing research in this area.

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