Category Archives: Breast Cancer
Types of surgery for breast cancer treatment
This article discusses the different types of surgery that are available as part of treatment for breast cancer. Learn about these options, but most of all, remember that early detection through self examination and frequent doctor visits, saves thousands of lives each year. Do not neglect! In life and health have always stressed the importance [...]
Breast Cancer Defending | What to do if you notice anything irregular?
Suppose you feel a lump that did not have before. You need not be afraid. Sometimes, the bumps can be caused by infections, injury to the breast, non-cancerous growths that as a fibroadenoma, or small fluid-filled cysts that change size during the menstrual cycle and are known as fibrocystic breast changes. Many women have them [...]
Breast Cancer Defending | The Clinical Breast Exam
It is the assessment of the breasts by a doctor or health professional, and is performed as part of a routine gynecological exam to detect abnormalities, masses or lumps in the breast. The doctor will evaluate the appearance, size and texture of the skin. Next, feel your breasts with your fingertips to analyze the texture [...]
Breast Cancer Defending
In this article we will focus mainly on self-examination, you can do comfortably in your home without any special equipment and free: you just need to dedicate time and you master the technique explained. You have in your hands the means to help protect your life: Aim to make the most and do everything possible [...]
Results of Mammography
Ideally, the mammogram shows ducts, sebaceous gland tissue and healthy, with no lumps or bumps irregular. If the results indicate some area or areas of dubious-looking tissue or abnormal, the doctor will probably indicate a diagnostic mammogram involves taking more x-rays to be sure. Other tests that you might ask are: – Ultrasound of the [...]
Mammography | How is the test?
To take the X-ray of the breast, placed one of them, spread as much as possible, between two flat plastic plates on the machine to make mammograms compressed tissue. You will be asked to hold your breath while the technician takes the X-ray. The procedure is then repeated for the next shot. In a screening [...]
Preparations for Mammography
There are some considerations and details to keep in mind so that everything goes well and the procedure you are most comfortable: – The best time for a mammogram is about a week after your menstrual cycle so that the breasts are not swollen. When you call the medical center for an appointment, please note [...]
At what age should begin mammograms?
Not all experts agree about the ideal time to start getting a mammogram. The recommendations of the American Cancer Society to start mammograms and other screening tests are: – An annual mammogram starting at age 40 years, and recommends that further year while you keep in good health – A clinical breast exam (CBE for [...]
What is Mammography?
You are reaching 40 and you enjoy excellent health. Congratulations! As you may have strong reasons to love life, want to preserve the health to enjoy many more years. A healthy lifestyle and early detection of dangerous diseases, will help you achieve your goal. One test you should ask yourself from this age is an [...]
Deaths From Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cause of cancer-related deaths among women worldwide. Each year, more than 1.1 million new cases, these cases represent 10% of all new cancer cases. In our country, about 16,000 cases are diagnosed annually, accounting for 24.6% of all female tumors in our country. Deaths from breast cancer, representing more [...]