Localized Treatment

SURGERY

Removes the tumor

Destroys cells that are dividing very fast (one of hallmarks of cancer cells), using radiation directed at the tumor.

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Know… the leaflets on the side effects of breast cancer therapies: how to manage problems, such as nausea and vomiting, or hair loss. (see)

Know… the interactive "familial history", allows the construction of a graphic with the history of breast cancer in your family. (see)

Know… more about cancer biology: what is a mutation and what promotes these changes in cells DNA? (see)

Know… What is a triple negative cancer? Drinking alcohol increases the risk of breast cancer? What is the anatomy of the breast? (see)

Know… what you know about familial breast cancer: complete our 7-question "expert " quiz. (see)

Know… more about sporadic breast cancer, and test your knowledge using our 7-question quiz. (see)

Know… the particularities of breast cancer in man: test your knowledge in our 7-question quiz (see)