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Breast Cancer Basics Breast Cancer Hormonal Therapy Breast Cancer Treatment Issues Research on Breast Cancer Articles on Breast Cancer Breast Cancer Resources Home		Breast Cancer Basics   A Good Doctor-Patient Relationship in Breast Cancer Women with breast cancer face overwhelming decisions. And having the support of friends and family is key. But women who have been through it say that having a caring doctor, one who you know is looking out for your best interests, can make all the difference. Hear what patients and doctors have to say about pulling together a caring and coordinated treatment team. Watch Video >>Read Transcript >> How can a woman educate herself about breast cancer?   Talking to Your Doctor About Early-Stage Breast Cancer Finding out you have early-stage breast cancer can be overwhelming. But you can get a handle on the disease by learning some very crucial things about your own cancer. Getting the proper tests to determine the stage and characteristics of your cancer can help dictate what treatments are appropriate. Assembling the right team of doctors who are not only skilled, but also easy to talk to is another key element for managing the disease in the best possible way. Watch Video >>Read Transcript >> What are the treatment options for a woman with early-stage breast cancer?   Understanding the Stages of Breast Cancer Breast cancer stages tell us the characteristics of the cancer and if it has spread beyond the breast tissue. Doctors can use this information to guide treatment decisions. Learn how staging is vital in determining next steps. Watch Video >>Read Transcript >> How does the stage of breast cancer affect treatment options?   Breast Cancer Recurrence: What are the Odds? Sometimes breast cancer comes back. That's why doctors prescribe treatment to reduce the risk of recurrence after surgery. Listen as experts explain what follow-up treatment can do. Watch Video >>Read Transcript >> Can changes in lifestyle, such as diet, reduce the risk of recurrence of breast cancer?   What is Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Cancer? There are a variety of factors that determine what treatments doctors suggest for breast cancer. One crucial aspect of any breast cancer is whether it is hormone receptor positive. If it is, there are a variety of treatments that can help decrease the amount of estrogen in a woman's body helping to prevent the growth of the cancer. Discover how hormones can play a vital part in this disease. Watch Video >>Read Transcript >> How is hormone receptor status of a breast cancer determined?   What Is Adjuvant Therapy In Breast Cancer? Adjuvant therapy is a key in treating breast cancer. Once surgery is done, it is crucial to make sure the remaining cancer cells don't spread or grow. Science has developed a variety of treatments including radiation therapy, chemotherapy and hormonal treatment, which can help contain the cancer. Watch Video >>Read Transcript >> When does adjuvant therapy for breast cancer generally begin?