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Can breast cancer spread to the brain, be cured?

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Stage IV: When breast cancer spreads to other organ beyond the breast area- lung, liver, bones, brain, --it is called metastasis. This is a stage IV disease-and is considered to be incurable disease, unfortunately, .

Answered 6/10/2014

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Mets to Brain: Unfortunately, a cure would be very unlikely.But, survivial time and quality of life are increasing there are meds that can treat disease that spreads and newer treatment that involve radiation that specfically targets small tumors.Reasearch and trials of antibodies targeting certain tumor types continue.Still, the best way is finding the breast cancer very early in the breast through exams etc.

Answered 11/21/2013

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Unlikely: Metastatic breast cancer, especially to the brain is generally not curable. However, treatment may reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

Answered 3/20/2012

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