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biological therapy [also called immunotherapy, biological response modifier therapy, or BRM therapy]

(by-o-LAHJ-i-kul THER-uh-pee)

Treatment to help the body's defense system (or immune system) fight infection and disease. It is also used to help the immune system heal from the side effects of cancer treatment.

For more information, visit Breastcancer.org's Treatment & Side Effects section.

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