Guest guest Posted March 25, 2008 Report Share Posted March 25, 2008 Treating Breast Cancer: The Truth About Taxanes Taxanes, a group of chemotherapy agents derived from natural products like tree bark and plants, are extremely effective in the battle against cancer, and especially breast cancer. In our new expert video about taxane treatments for breast cancer, Dr. Joyce O’Shaughnessy explains how taxanes actually stop cancer cells from dividing and why she thinks they are the most effective chemotherapy agent. She also describes common side effects of taxanes, such as hair loss and neuropathy of the fingers and toes, and how to avoid some of these effects. Watch the video to find out which side effects are reversible and to learn more about the role of taxanes in breast cancer treatment. In case the link doesn't work, here it is: http://www2.healthtalk.com/go/cancer/breast-cancer/audio-video/?htv=903D4F66-3048-857F-8C3B7E7FD6BF6437 & autostart=true & utm_source=HTNL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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