What are the different cancer treatment options available and how effective is each one? I'm curious if there are alternatives to chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgery that might work better or have fewer side effects

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Cancer treatment options include surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, stem cell transplant, and more. Each treatment's effectiveness varies depending on the cancer type, stage, and individual patient factors. While chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery remain common, newer approaches like immunotherapy and targeted therapy are showing promise with potentially fewer side effects for some patients.

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I found this hard lump below my right breast, kind of on my ribs towards the side. It hurts when I press on it. Should I be worried about this? Could it be something serious?

Immediatley visit general surgeon for evaluation of the limp do not neglect

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Just had a mastectomy for HER2 positive breast cancer and wondering when chemo should start is there a specific window like within 30 days or can it vary depending on recovery

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

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Which is the better option for treating cancer surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation? I'm really confused about the best approach and worried about side effects or effectiveness. Can you explain the pros and cons of each?

Location of the Cancer: If the cancer is localized (in one area), radiation therapy may be preferred because it targets specific spots. However, if the cancer has spread to other parts of the body (systemic cancer), chemotherapy is typically more effective.

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