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Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer (Fact Sheet) - National Cancer Institute (NCI)

A fact sheet that describes types of hormone therapy, its role in preventing and treating breast cancer, and possible side effects.

Edema is a condition in which fluid builds up in your body’s tissues. The swelling may be caused by chemotherapy, cancer, and condition...

Cancer treatments, such as chemo, may cause difficulty thinking, concentrating, or other cognitive problems. Learn about steps people wi...

Fatigue is the most common side effect of cancer treatment, but it can also be a presenting symptom. Fatigue has a negative impact on al...

Infection and neutropenia can be serious side effects during cancer treatment. Chemotherapy can increase your risk. Learn how to prev...

Cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy and targeted therapy, can increase patients’ risk of bleeding and bruising, also called thromboc...

If treatment will cause hair loss, try wearing fun scarves and earrings – or a cap, from time to time. Credit: National Cancer Insti...

Credit: iStock Radiation not only kills or slows the growth of cancer cells, it can also affect nearby healthy cells. Damage to hea...