What treatments are available for male breast cancer?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:The diagnostic tools and treatments available to women are also available to men. Breast cancer in men is diagnosed using mammography, ultrasound, and biopsy. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy.
The diagnostic tools and treatments available to women are also available to men. Breast cancer in men is diagnosed using mammography, ultrasound, and biopsy. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy. More -
Dr. Stuart Linder answered:Breast cancer in males is very rare. Only about 1 in 100 breast cancers involves males. The risks are increased with age and strong familial history. Gynecomastia is the greatest risk for developing breast cancer due to drug or hormonal therapy. Treatment options include mastectomy, radiation, and chemotherapy.Breast cancer in males is very rare. Only about 1 in 100 breast cancers involves males. The risks are increased with age and strong familial history. Gynecomastia is the greatest risk for developing breast cancer due to drug or hormonal therapy.... More
