Breast Cancer Medical Reference

If you have breast cancer and are considering participating in a clinical trial, there can be advantages and drawbacks. Learn about trial safety and more.

Inflammatory breast cancer is often misdiagnosed because it is so rare and is difficult to treat because it is particularly aggressive. Learn more about IBC including the warning signs, diagnosis, stages, treatment options, and life expectancy.

With so many breast cancer treatment options available now, it can be hard to choose what's right for you. Here's what you need to know.

Hormone therapy (also called endocrine therapy) is a type of breast cancer treatment that raises or lowers levels of progesterone and estrogen in your body. Learn more about the types of drugs used in hormone therapy.

Get information on the symptoms of breast cancer from the experts at WebMD.

Learn about the different types of breast cancer surgery so you and your doctor can work together to choose the one that works best for you.

Fatigue – all-over exhaustion that's hard to get over – can come from cancer, its treatment, and even stress. Learn tips for getting some energy back.

WebMD looks at the use of breast ultrasound in detecting and treating breast cancer.

Get an overview of various methods of breast biopsy that doctors use to spot breast cancer.

Learn what to expect from a doctor's breast exam.

WebMD explains how breast cancer affects pregnancy, including treatment and prognosis.

A breast self-exam takes only a few minutes and is a great way to be aware of what your breasts should normally look and feel like. Here’s a quick guide.

WebMD helps you understanding what is involved in undergoing genetic testing to determine if you may be at risk for breast cancer.

Lymphedema, or a buildup of lymph fluid, is a common side effect of breast cancer treatments. Learn the symptoms, diagnosis, and how to treat it.

Learn more from WebMD about the link between hormone replacement therapy and the risk of breast cancer.

Radiation therapy is often one of the treatments used for breast cancer. There are multiple ways radiation therapy is used and even different types of delivery systems. Learn more about what to expect.

Most breast lumps are not cancer. But if you find a lump in your breast, see a doctor as soon as possible. Learn the causes of breast lumps, the types, and what you should do if you find one.

WebMD explains the risks and benefits of preventive mastectomy -- the removal of one or both breasts to avoid developing breast cancer.

Learn more from WebMD about the risk factors for getting breast cancer.

Learn about breast cancer in men, including risk factors and how it's diagnosed and treated.

WebMD looks at the use of MRI scans for detecting breast cancer.

WebMD explains how mammograms are performed and why they're important in detecting breast cancer.

Here’s what to expect after your breast cancer surgery, with steps you can take to recover as quickly and easily as possible.

Are there ways to prevent breast cancer? Get the facts from WebMD.