Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer: The Basics
Breast cancer is a disease that begins in the breast and may spread to nearby tissues or other parts of the body. It usually starts in the ducts or lobules. Different types and stages require different treatments. In many cases, breast cancer can be treated successfully with methods such as surgery, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, and radiation.
Breast Cancer News
Closing the Cancer Gap: Breast Cancer
These are some of the realities Black Americans face when cancer care is not equitable.
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Symptoms and Diagnosis
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Vibrations and Breast Cancer?
What you feel as a buzzing, vibrating, or twitching feeling in the breast may be coming from the muscles underneath...
By Joy Emeh![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/breast-cancer-rash-1440x810.jpg)
Is My Breast Rash a Sign of Cancer?
Learn the causes, symptoms, and treatment of breast cancer rashes and non-cancer-related rash conditions.
By Abby McCoy, RN![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/diagnosis-in-between-mammograms-could-mean-a-more-aggressive-disease-alt-1440x810.jpg)
Breast Cancer That Develops Between Mammograms: What You Need to Know
Interval breast cancers (IBC) develop between mammograms and are more aggressive. Learn about the risks, symptoms...
By Maggie Aime, MSN, RN![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/when-to-worry-about-breast-lumps-1440x810.jpg)
When to Worry About Breast Lumps
What’s the difference between a hard lump and a movable lump in your breast? Learn what the size and mobility ...
By Debra-Lynn B Hook![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/what-you-need-to-know-if-you-have-dense-breast-tissue-722x406.jpg)
Dense Breasts 101: What You Need to Know if You Have This Type of Breast Tissue
Dense breast tissue makes it difficult to spot cancers on mammograms, and increases your cancer risk. Here's how...
By Julie Lynn MarksCauses, Risk Factors, and Prevention
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Breast Cancer and Lymphedema: How You Can Reduce Your Risk
Using these methods may help reduce your risk of developing lymphedema after being treated for breast cancer.
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Oral Contraceptives, Including the Mini Pill, Raise the Risk of Breast Cancer
Progesterone-only forms of birth control pose a similar — or even greater — risk of breast cancer as those containing...
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What Trans People Should Know About Breast Cancer Screening
Transgender people have different screening needs and risk factors when it comes to breast and chest cancer.
By Sarah Prager![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/risks-benefits-of-prophylactic-mastectomy-1440x810.jpg)
Prophylactic Mastectomy: What You Need to Know
Learn about the types, benefits, and risks of prophylactic mastectomy to decide if it's right for you.
By Abby McCoy, RN![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/do-mammograms-hurt-1440x810.jpg)
Do Mammograms Hurt?
Learn about the potential discomfort of mammograms and discover effective strategies to ease the pain.
By Joy EmehTreatments and Complications
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Chemotherapy Can Cause Early Menopause. Here’s What You Should Know.
Certain types of chemo can damage your ovaries and cause early menopause. Learn more about what happens and whether...
By Kaitlin Sullivan![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/metastatic-breast-cancer-survival-rates-1440x810.jpg)
Metastatic Breast Cancer Survival Rates
Factors like age, race, breast cancer subtype, and metastasis site impact metastatic breast cancer prognosis and...
By Stephanie Watson![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/clinical-trials-metastatic-breast-cancer-1440x810.jpg)
Clinical Trials for Metastatic Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know
Learn about metastatic breast cancer treatment options, the role of clinical trials in extending survival, and...
By Lisa Nainggolan![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/wte-switching-to-an-antibody-drug.jpg)
What to Expect From an Antibody-Drug Conjugate for HR+/HER2- Metastatic Breast Cancer
An antibody-drug conjugate may be prescribed when other breast cancer treatments don’t work. Learn what to expect...
By Erica Patino![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/promising-combination-therapy-triple-neg-breast-cancer-1440x810.jpg)
Promising Combination Therapy May Help Target Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
Learn how combining immunotherapy and radiation could improve treatment for triple-negative breast cancer.
By Carolyn BernhardtLiving With Breast Cancer
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What to Do if You Feel a Breast Lump
Most breast lumps aren’t cancer, but because of the risk it’s important to see your doctor for a breast exam or...
By Lambeth Hochwald![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/cs-foods-to-eat-with-hr-plus-her2-negative-breast-cancer-1440x810.jpg)
Top Foods to Eat When You Have HR+/HER2- Breast Cancer
Diet can’t cure this type of breast cancer, but certain foods can help you feel better, cope with treatment side...
By Bob Barnett![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/celebrities-with-breast-cancer-alt1-00-1440x810.jpg)
21 Celebrities With Breast Cancer
Many celebrities who have experienced breast cancer, including Olivia Munn and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, use their ...
By Kristen Stewart![](https://images.everydayhealth.com/images/cancer/breast-cancer/need-to-knows-if-youre-considering-a-mastectomy-tattoo-1440x810.jpg)
5 Need-to-Knows if You’re Considering a Mastectomy Tattoo
Mastectomy tattoo artist Stacie-Rae Weir tells you what you need to know — and expect — if you are considering...
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Your Guide to Breast Reconstruction After Breast Cancer Surgery
Learn about breast reconstruction after a lumpectomy or mastectomy: types of procedures, what to expect, risks...
By Stephanie Watson