Stage 3 Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know About Treatment Options

22/04/2025 19 min
Stage 3 Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know About Treatment Options

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Episode Synopsis

A Stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis can feel daunting, but today’s treatment strategies offer real hope. In this episode, we explore how a carefully coordinated treatment plan—often involving chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, surgery, and radiation—can help patients manage and overcome this challenging stage.You’ll learn what makes Stage 3 different from earlier stages, what subtypes like 3A, 3B, and 3C mean, and how your care team at Onco Life Centre in Kuala Lumpur works with you to build a personalized treatment roadmap.Whether your breast cancer is hormone receptor positive, HER2-positive, or triple-negative, you’ll discover the main options available, including surgery choices, breast reconstruction, and post-treatment support.🩺 Topics Covered:What is Stage 3 breast cancer? (3A, 3B, 3C explained)What to expect from chemotherapy and hormone therapySurgery options: Lumpectomy, mastectomy, lymph node dissectionRadiation therapy: How it works and what it targetsSpecialized approaches for HER2-positive and triple-negative cancerThe importance of emotional support and recovery after treatmentLink: Understanding Stage 3 Breast Cancer Treatment📍 Onco Life Centre, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is committed to helping every patient navigate breast cancer with clarity and compassion.Whether you’re newly diagnosed or supporting a loved one, this episode will help you move forward with knowledge and confidence.Send us a textThank you for listening to The Onco Life Podcast, your trusted source for expert cancer information and patient-centered education. Author: Dr. CHRISTINA NG VAN TZE 📍 Visit us at oncolifecentre.com 📞 Call: +603-2242-2620 📧 Book a consultation or ask a question — we're here to support your journey.

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