Radiation Therapy after Mastectomy

Posted on Dec 08, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Radiation therapy after breast cancer surgery is required only in certain circumstances to prevent recurrence of cancer and this decision is taken by the doctor.

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Can Double Mastectomies Improve Survival Rate?

Posted on Dec 06, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Experts believe breast cancer patients opting for double mastectomy or bilateral prophylactic mastectomy could be running the risk of over-treating themselves.

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Mastectomy Recovery–Making It Smoother!

Posted on Dec 05, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Thorough homework before breast cancer surgery for appropriate mastectomy clothing is important and involves buying all necessary items much in advance.

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Breast Forms – Triangle versus Teardrop

Posted on Dec 05, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

A common confusion occurs when choosing between triangular and teardrop breast form shapes. Many buyers do not understand the purpose of their individual design. They are actually very different in the look they give.

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Caregiver Checklist

Posted on Dec 05, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Looking after a breast cancer patient can be emotionally challenging if you are a caregiver. We have a checklist on how you can make it easy for yourself.

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Understanding Mammography

Posted on Nov 17, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Screening for breast lumps can be done through mammography which provides an x-ray picture of the breast. This can help in early detection of breast cancer.

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Breast Cancer - Dealing with Treatment Side Effects

Posted on Oct 15, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Breast cancer treatment involves chemotherapy and radiotherapy that may have side effects, usually shortterm. We have tips on how you can cope with these.

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Breast Cancer – The Treatment Options

Posted on Oct 14, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Certain factors will help the oncologist decide what are your breast cancer treatment options - whether mastectomy, lumpectomy, chemotherapy, radiation, etc.

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Post Mastectomy: Making the Right Choice

Posted on Jul 14, 2014 by Razia Sanwari

Post mastectomy, a breast cancer patient may opt for breast reconstructive surgery at a later date or settle for a breast form in which there are multiple options.

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