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Information for Patients Receiving Radiation Therapy: Breast Cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the Breast

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NSHCCP-4008
Language
English
Creator
Nova Scotia Health Cancer Care Program

This pamphlet answers common questions about receiving radiation therapy for breast cancer or Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS) of the breast. Topics include why radiation therapy is used to treat breast cancer or DCIS, how long your treatments will take, and common side effects. Also includes information on male breast cancer [previously found in NSCCP-1686].

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