Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control, and it is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the world. There are different kinds of breast cancer. The kind of breast cancer depends on which cells in the breast turn into cancer. Breast cancer can spread outside the breast through blood vessels and lymph vessels. When breast cancer spreads to other parts of the body, it is said to have metastasized.
It is recommended that women begin regular breast cancer screenings from the age of 45. Breast cancer screening is for women without any signs and symptoms.
Symptoms

Breast mass

  • Solitary, Multiple

  • Solid

  • Irregular, bumpy consistency to the breast

  • One breast, In both breasts

  • Tender

  • Immobile

common

Enlarged or swollen lymph nodes

  • Painless

  • Under the armpits

common

Newly inverted nipple

common

Uneven skin of breast

Release of fluid from the nipple

  • White nipple discharge, Clear, white, yellow, or green, Bloody

Breast swelling

  • One breast, In both breasts

Hard breast

Fatigue

or Poor appetite

or Weight loss

Skin rash and redness

  • In one breast

  • In both breasts

or Itchy skin

  • At breast(s)

Peeling or crusting of the nipple

Breast sore to the touch

  • One breast

or Breast pain

  • One breast

Headache

  • Chronic or persistent pain, Throbbing, Steady

  • Recurrent

or Chest discomfort

  • Chronic

or Yellow eyes or skin

or Bone pain

or Cough with mucus or without mucus

  • Recurrent, Dry, With bloody mucus

or Difficulty breathing

or Feeling unsteady

or A sudden and temporary alteration of muscle tone, movements or behavior

  • Lasting 15 minutes or more, Lasting less than 15 minutes

  • More than a single episode in a 24 hours, Single episode in 24 hours

  • Focal, Generalized

Risk factors

Late first pregnancy 35 years of age or more

or Have never given birth

Family history of breast cancer

History of ovarian cancer

or History of endometrial cancer

Early first period

or Cessation of menstrual periods

Use of estrogen hormone medication

History of breast cancer

Exposure to toxic chemicals

or Exposure to pesticides

or Breathing in dust, smoke or chemicals for a long period of time

or Radiation therapy

  • Chest

Alcohol consumption

Overweight or obese

Smoking

Treatment
Your doctor determines your breast cancer treatment options based on your type of breast cancer, its stage and grade, size, and whether the cancer cells are sensitive to hormones. Your doctor also considers your overall health and your own preferences. There are many options for breast cancer treatment, and you may feel overwhelmed as you make complex decisions about your treatment. Consider seeking a second opinion from a breast specialist in a breast center or clinic. Talk to other women who have faced the same decision. Treatment options are: 1-Breast cancer surgery. 2-Radiation therapy. 3-Chemotherapy. 4-Hormone therapy. 5-Targeted therapy drugs. 6-Immunotherapy. 7-Supportive (palliative) care.
Recommended specialist

If you have Breast Cancer, then visit a breast surgeon as soon as possible.

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