Researchers say an experimental form of chemotherapy may attack breast cancer in two ways. The chemo consists of two medications--PRIMA-1 and 2aG4. One restores a tumor-suppressing compound while the other starves the tumor of its blood supply. Experts hope the new form of chemo will be evaluated soon in clinical trials.
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Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and although I’ve heard about reconstruction and implants, I just feel they’re not for me. I think I’d... Read more »
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