Hormones may be used in the treatment of neoplasms that are sensitive to the body's hormonal growth. ________ are used to treat breast cancer in menopausal women.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Androgens
Hormones may be used in the treatment of neoplasms that are sensitive to the body's hormonal growth. Androgens are used to treat breast cancer in menopausal women.
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