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Radiation therapy is a breast cancer treatment choice that often uses X-rays to kill cancer cells. There are several ways to treat breast cancer with radiation therapy.
The good news is that breast cancer can be treated successfully. Treatments include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormonal therapy, or any combination of these. Here’s a closer look at each.
Digital mammograms are as effective as traditional X-ray mammograms. Learn what it is, why it’s used, what the different types are, and what the benefits are.