Hormones are substances that are produced inside our bodies and regulate their coordinated functioning. For example, hormones include estrogen, testosterone, insulin, thyroxine, cortisol, etc.
Some cancers require hormones to develop, so blocking them can stop tumor growth.
Hormone-acting drugs are most often administered subcutaneously or intramuscularly, and they can also be prescribed in the form of tablets.
What types of cancer is hormone therapy used to treat?
Hormone therapy is most often used to treat the following cancers
- breast cancer
- prostate cancer;
- neuroendocrine tumors.
What are the side effects of hormone therapy?
The side effects of hormone therapy are caused by the lack of effect of the hormone whose action is blocked or inactivated. For example, in women, these symptoms are similar to those that occur during menopause: hot flashes, night sweats, headaches, and dry genital mucous membranes.
In men, the side effects of hormone therapy include hot flashes, fatigue, decreased sex drive and erection.
At the Dobrobut Oncology Center, we provide hormone therapy at two locations:
- 3 Family Idzikowsky St. (right bank)
- 12A Mykoly Bazhana Ave. (left bank)
We have introduced a special Oncology Patient Care and Personal Support Service, which provides support and assistance to patients and their loved ones throughout the entire treatment process.
You can contact the manager of the Care and Personal Support Service by calling (Mon-Fri from 08:00 to 18:00).
