Secondary (metastatic) breast cancer
Secondary (or metastatic) breast cancer is breast cancer that has spread from the breast to another part of the body, such as the bones, liver, lungs, or brain. It is also called Stage 4 or advanced breast cancer.
What it means
Secondary breast cancer usually cannot be cured, but it can often be treated and controlled, sometimes for a long time, to relieve symptoms and help people live well.
Why early detection still matters
Finding and treating breast cancer early greatly reduces the chance it will ever become secondary. That is the heart of our mission. Reach women early, while it is most treatable.
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References: breastcancernow.org, breastcancer.org. This page is general information, not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you notice a change, see a clinician.