Category: Types of Breast Cancer

Types of Breast Cancer

Cancer Risk and Abnormal Breast Cancer Genes

The average woman (without an inherited breast cancer gene abnormality) in the United States has about a 12% risk of developing breast cancer over a 90-year life span. In contrast, women who have an…
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Types of Breast Cancer

Breast cancer types: What your type means

The type of breast cancer you have helps determine the best approach to treating the disease. Get the facts on types of breast cancer and how they differ. By Mayo Clinic staff Once you've been…
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Types of Breast Cancer

What is HER2?

HER2+ Breast Cancer Studies show that approximately 25% of breast cancer patients have tumors that are HER2+. HER2 stands for Human Epidermal growth factor Receptor 2. It is very important to find…
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