Personalised treatment to block hormones that fuel cancer growth.
Hormonal therapy (also called endocrine therapy) is used to treat cancers that depend on hormones to grow — such as breast, prostate, or certain uterine cancers. At OncoCare Singapore, our oncologists design individualised hormonal therapy plans that balance effectiveness with your comfort and long-term wellbeing.
Hormonal therapy is a type of cancer treatment that interferes with the body’s hormone production or blocks hormones from acting on cancer cells. Many cancers rely on hormones like estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone to grow. By reducing these hormone levels or preventing their effects, hormonal therapy helps slow or stop cancer progression.
Hormonal therapy may be used:
Your doctor will decide the right approach based on your cancer type, hormone receptor status, and treatment goals.
Hormonal therapy can be administered in different ways:
The treatment is often long-term, with regular monitoring to ensure it continues to work effectively.
While most patients tolerate hormonal therapy well, side effects can vary depending on the medicine used. These may include:
At OncoCare Singapore our care team provides supportive care — including bone health monitoring, symptom management, and counselling — to help you maintain quality of life throughout treatment.
Your hormonal therapy plan at OncoCare Singapore includes:
hormone receptor testing and multidisciplinary consultation.
based on cancer stage, receptor status, and patient profile.
through regular blood tests, imaging, and side effect management.
integrating nutrition, lifestyle, and emotional wellbeing support.
Treatment duration varies — often between 3 to 10 years, depending on your cancer type and response.
Yes. It’s commonly used alongside chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy for better outcomes.
Regular visits allow your doctor to monitor hormone levels, bone health, and manage any side effects early.