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Does breast cancer ever fully go away?

  

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Many people with Breast Cancer can be treated successfully, and the cancer may go into remission or even be thought to be gone for good. During treatment, the goal is to get rid of all cancer cells in the body. Many people with cancer have no more signs of it after treatment like surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy. They can go back to their normal lives.

But it's important to keep an eye out for return by getting regular check-ups and tests. Recurrence can happen weeks, months, or even years after the first treatment. If the cancer comes back, you may need more treatment. Survival rates have gone up a lot thanks to progress in treatment, and many people who have been treated successfully will not get cancer again for the rest of their lives. Getting help from doctors and family is very important for dealing with the physical and mental hurdles of breast cancer treatment and healing.

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You can safely treat breast cancer, and with the right care, like surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy, the cancer may even go away or stay away for a long time. However, there is always a chance that it will happen again, so regular tracking and follow-ups are very important. Early diagnosis and progress in medical study have made results much better, but every case is different, and ongoing medical care is essential for successfully treating breast cancer.

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Breast cancer can be effectively treated and managed in many cases, but whether it "fully goes away" is a complex question. Best medical oncologist in India provides various treatment options to prevent it. Oncologist in  Here's a concise overview:

  1. Remission vs. Cure:
    • Complete remission means all detectable signs of cancer are gone.
    • A cure is generally considered when a person remains cancer-free for several years after treatment.
  2. Long-term outlook:
    • Many breast cancer patients achieve long-term remission or are considered cured.
    • However, there's always a small risk of recurrence, even years later.
  3. Factors affecting prognosis:
    • Cancer stage at diagnosis
    • Cancer type and aggressiveness
    • Treatment effectiveness
    • Individual patient factors
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