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Metastatic Breast Cancer

Having metastatic breast cancer means your condition has spread to other regions of the body. Learn about different types, treatment options, and more.
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Piqray (Alpelisib): Side Effects, Doses, Precautions
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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PIK3CA Mutations in Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Where Breast Cancer Spreads: Common Sites of Metastasis
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Bone Metastases: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Common Symptoms of Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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10 Common Myths About Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Local Treatments for Breast Cancer Metastasis
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Chemotherapy for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Coping With Recurring Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Palliative Care for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD
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Hormonal Therapies for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Caring for a Loved One With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Fact checked by Ashley Hall
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End of Life Concerns With Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Cristian Zanartu, MD
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Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Communities to Join
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Breast Cancer Spread to the Brain—Symptoms and Treatments
Medically reviewed by Douglas A. Nelson, MD
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Complications of Advanced (Metastatic) Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Metastatic Breast Cancer Treatment Response Monitoring
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Treatment Options for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Brian Levine, MD
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Ixempra for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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How Breast Cancer Spreads and Recurs
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Micrometastases: Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Xeloda Oral Chemotherapy for Metastatic Breast Cancer
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
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Triple-Positive Breast Cancer Overview
Medically reviewed by Doru Paul, MD
Living With Metastatic Breast Cancer
A Guide to Metastatic Breast Cancer