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Is stage 4 breast cancer patient still have the chance to survive?
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Yes, kinda: According to american cancer society the 5 year survival rate for stage IV breast cancer is only 22%. It's possible to survive but rare.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Yes: There are many treatment options available for stage 4 breast cancer. Based on what type of breast cancer if ER/PR positive, HER2 positive or not. you should speak to medical oncologist to discuss all the treatment options.
Answered 8/20/2015
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