May 08, 2023
First, surgery is the first choice for treating breast cancer. For patients with breast cancer accompanied by lymphatic metastasis, surgery can control the progression of the disease by removing lymph nodes and breast tumor tissue. Lymphadenectomy, including axillary lymph node dissection and cervical lymph node dissection, can prevent malignant cells from spreading to other lymph nodes or organs. Although surgery plays a key role in controlling breast cancer metastasis, it needs to be combined with other treatment modalities to improve treatment effectiveness.
Secondly, chemotherapy is a commonly used treatment for breast cancer, especially when the breast cancer has spread to lymph nodes. By using anti-tumor drugs, the growth of malignant cells can be killed or inhibited, reducing the risk of metastasis. Generally, chemotherapy is given as an intravenous infusion, and treatment options depend on the patient's specific circumstances and the progression of the disease. Although chemotherapy is often accompanied by some side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, and hair loss, its therapeutic effect has been widely proven.
In addition, targeted therapy is an emerging treatment for breast cancer that aims to inhibit the growth and spread of malignant cells by interfering with specific biological pathways within them. At present, some targeted therapeutic drugs have been developed and have achieved certain success in the treatment of breast cancer. These drugs can be selectively targeted according to the specificity of breast cancer cells, reducing the toxic side effects on normal cells and improving the therapeutic effect. For patients with breast cancer that has lymph node metastasis, targeted therapy can be used as a supplement to chemotherapy to further control the progression of the disease and improve survival rates.
Finally, radiotherapy is also one of the conventional treatments for lymphatic metastasis of breast cancer. By using high-energy rays or radioactive substances, malignant cells can be killed or their growth inhibited. Radiation therapy is usually given after surgery to reduce the risk of disease recurrence and metastasis. Although radiation therapy may cause some discomfort and skin reactions, it has been shown to be an effective and safe treatment for breast cancer.
In summary, for patients with breast cancer that has lymph node metastasis, treatment requires a series of comprehensive measures, including surgical resection, chemotherapy, targeted therapy and radiotherapy. These treatments can specifically control the progression of the disease, relieve patients' symptoms, and improve survival rates. However, the most appropriate treatment plan should be customized based on the patient's individual situation and disease characteristics to achieve the best therapeutic effect. At the same time, a positive attitude, a healthy lifestyle and regular follow-up are also important supplements to breast cancer treatment, helping patients better cope with the disease.
