Super-hormone treatments could reduce risk of recurrence
Breast cancer: Alternative may preserve child-bearing ability
The effects of the drugs are not as permanent as surgery.
SAN ANTONIO — Robin Khadduri gets monthly shots of a drug that blocks the male hormone testosterone and often is used to treat prostate cancer.
But Khadduri doesn't have a prostate or much testosterone either. She and many other young women are getting the drug for breast cancer as part of a super-hormone treatment that new research suggests may improve their survival odds.
This chemical equivalent of ovary re...
You have selected to view an article that is older than 60 days. There are several ways to unlock access to NewsOK historical content.
Please sign in. (You might already have access)
If you are a print subscriber to The Oklahoman, activate your Digital Pass for free access.
Purchase any of The Oklahoman's digital products (digital replica, archives, iPad and smartphone apps), and access to historical NewsOK content is free.
Please sign in. (You might already have access)
If you are a print subscriber to The Oklahoman, activate your Digital Pass for free access.
Purchase any of The Oklahoman's digital products (digital replica, archives, iPad and smartphone apps), and access to historical NewsOK content is free.
