Breast cancer ( malignant breast neoplasm ) is a type of cancer originating from breast tissue, most commonly from the inner lining of milk ducts or the lobules that supply the ducts with milk. Cancers originating from ducts are known as ductal carcinomas ; those originating from lobules are known as lobular carcinomas . Breast cancer is a disease of humans and other mammals ; while the overwhelming majority of cases in humans are women, men can sometimes also develop breast cancer . The size, stage, rate of growth, and other characteristics of the tumor determine the kinds of treatment. Treatment may include surgery , drugs ( hormonal therapy and chemotherapy ), radiation and/or immunotherapy . Surgical removal of the tumor provides the single largest benefit, with surgery alone being capable of producing a cure in many cases. To somewhat increase the likelihood of long-term disease-free survival, several chemotherapy regimens are commonly given in addition to surgery. Most forms of chemotherapy kill cells that are dividing rapidly anywhere in the body, and as a result cause temporary hair loss and digestive disturbances. Radiation is indicated especially after breast conserving surgery and substantially improves local relapse rates and in many circumstances also overall survival. Some breast cancers are sensitive to hormones such as estrogen and/or progesterone , which makes it possible to treat them by blocking the effects of these hormones. Worldwide, breast cancer comprises 22.9% of all cancers (excluding non-melanoma skin cancers ) in women. In 2008, breast cancer caused 458,503 deaths worldwide (13.7% of cancer deaths in women). Prognosis and survival rates vary greatly depending on cancer type, staging and treatment. However, survival rates across the world are generally good. Overall more than 8 out of 10 women (84%) in England that are diagnosed with the disease survive it for at least 5 years.
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lymph nodesI woke up two days ago with several very sore/swollen lymph nodes on my neck. One is back behind my right ear near the hairline. Another is on the right side of my neck in the middle area then I have...
Jaw Pain and Swollen Lymph NodeHi, my name is XXXXXXX i have a question about some swelling of the lymph nodes of my neck. i dont recall being able to feel one of the lmyph nodes on my neck, but for the past...
Several years ago I had Stage 1a mucinous ovarian cancer. I am approximately 75 pounds overweight and having difficulty loosing the weight. Is herbalife safe to use for someone who has had cancer? Because of the cancer I do not take any type of...
Hi doctor. I made a question here the other day and dr. Uma replied to me, but it was like a week ago. My son is 2 years and 4 months old, about 2 weeks ago he had a cold and after that he got a lump on the back of...
Have had pre-cancer cell removed from breasts. Noticed blackheads on breast. How to get rid of this?
Hello. I am 5'4 & 200 pounds (I know I'm over weight) but I'm concerned about skin issues... I had a pre-cancer cell removed from my breasts last summer but I have an on going issue with blackheads and acne on my...
My wife has breast cancer, and lately it has been dormant. However, she is currently ill, she feels weak all over, her sides hurt, her heart hurts, and she is losing her appetite. She refuses to go to the hospital. What can I do for her at home to...
I am having two boils on both armpits and it is painful and i think little pus also can i take novamox cv 625 mg
My wife passed away from Cancer 3 days ago, I totally ceased taking my metoporal and lisinoprol, what can and will happen if I dont continue taking these
Hi Dr XXXXXXX I've a lump on my chest for a few months and lately become painful and if press it ooze out smelly pus. Is this cancerous ? Thank you doc.
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User : MY WIFE JUST HAD OUR BABY 3 WEES AGO SHE IS HAVING PAIN IN HER LOWER ABS. THE ER SAID THERE IS NOTHING WRONG BUT SHE IS STILL HAVING PAIN. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR WHAT COULD BE...
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Hello doctor I am 23 years old and I have a question about conception I am about 19 weeks pregnant
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Hello Doctor , This is shanthi... I was advised to take LETOVAL tablet for 5 days from my 2nd day of my period . Please advice whether there will be any side effects, and also let me know what is the purpose of this medicine? Note: I got aborted 8 months back.
hai sir iam 25 year old . more than 2 year i am facing fullicultis in my body i take so many treatment but there is no deffrent i feel . can you advice where i get good treatment and i can take treatment? thank you
Hello Doc , I have cysts in R. ovary . My gyno asked me to take krimson 35.... i started taking from first day of my periods and completed 21 days and today is my 27th day n still i didn t get periods . Now my doubt is that krimson 35 should be taken from 1st day of the periods or from 3rd day ??? is that i mistook as 3rd day medication as 1 st...
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I am 43 yrs old and i want 2 get conceived i hv been trying fr a long time but no results my periods were regular but since last month my periods started on 6th nov with light bleeding but as per my regular period date ie.12th i got my normal period for 5 days after that 2 days my bleeding was very heavy till 25th nov but now I get drops of...
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Iam pregnent, iam now 6 months, i have lot of white discharge from thetime i have been pregnant. It is been staining quite badly, i also have lot of itching in my provate apt. Iam very hygenic, i donot know how to get rid of this. My doctor said it is quite nirmal in the pregnancy and nothing to worry. Iam worried whether this will affect my...
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Dear Doctor, can you please tell me the reason why a pregnant feel like eating raw rice , mud in the rice,white slate pencil during pregnancy?If she does so,does it effect baby's health or growth in any ways?Please respond me ,I am eagerly waiting for the reason.
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I am a 14 yr girl . I ve NEVER had sex. But messed around.But never had clothes off at the same time. pregnant? Is there any way i could be pregnant? I ve NEVER had sex! It hurts when i pee but only at the end ? what is wrong?
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i am literally flat. i wouldnt mind if i were like an A cup, but i still cant even fill a 32AA. my doctor said i have low estrogen levels, is that why? my parents wont let me take estorgen pills though cuz they say theyre dangerous. im 5 5 and 94 lbs. i have tried gaining weight but it never goes up there. what should i do, i want to wear a...
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Actually I am getting pain in chest sometimes. it will come once in awhile,i thought it may lead to breast cancer . Actually i am getting pain in chest sometimes. it will come once in awhile,i thought it may lead to breast cancer. my age is 26 what can i do to reduce that pain ? .actually last menses i took postpone tablets . from that time i am...
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