• How many chemotherapy sessions does a breast cancer patient typically need?

My sister in law was just diagnosed with breast cancer. We are in the early stages of understanding this diagnosis, and I want to be as informed as possible to assist her. So I am wondering, how many chemotherapy sessions does a breast cancer patient typically need?

1 Answer

  • Radiation Oncologist
  • Kissimmee, FL

Common regimen is Adriamycin and Cytoxan every 3weeks for 4 cycles followed by weekly Taxol for 12 cycles.There are other regimens that medical oncologist use.

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