Metastasis is the spread of cancer cells to other areas of the body, often through the lymph system or bloodstream. A metastatic cancer, or tumor, is one that has spread from where it started into different areas of the body. In the past, many people diagnosed with metastatic cancer did not live long. Even today, … Continued
Chemotherapy is the use of any drug to treat any disease, but it is most commonly used to describe cancer treatment. This treatment is most often given as an infusion, but it may also be given intravenously or into a device implanted in your chest. Some chemotherapy drugs can also be taken in pill or … Continued
If you or a loved one is battling breast cancer, you’re probably aware of some side effects of treatment. From abdominal pain to weight changes, they can vary or be consistent across all the treatments in your plan. The first step to getting relief is to find out exactly what is causing your side effects. … Continued