Breast cancer is a kind of cancer that develops from the breast cells. Early detection helps catch the tumor before it becomes bigger and spreads to other parts of the body.
Breast Cancer Risk factors you cannot change
- Getting older
- Genetic mutations
- Reproductive history
- Having dense breasts
- Personal history of breast cancer or certain non-cancerous breast diseases
- Family history of breast cancer
- Previous treatment using radiation therapy
- Women who took the drug diethylstilbestrol (DES)
Breast Cancer Risk factors you can change
- Not being physically active
- Being overweight or obese after menopause
- Taking hormones
- Reproductive history
- Drinking alcohol
- A change in the size, shape or feel of the breast
- A new lump or thickening in a breast or armpit
- Skin changes such as puckering, dimpling, a rash or redness of the skin
- Blood stained nipple discharge
- Retraction or inward pulling of nipple
- Control your weight
- Be physically active
- Breast-feed
- Limit dose and duration of HRT
- Avoid exposure to radiation and environmental pollution
- Do not smoke
- Limit Alcohol consumption
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- 64 slice CT Scan
- Mammography
- A fully equipped histopathology lab
- 7 operation theatres
- A state-of-art day care center
- 2 linear accelerators to deliver radiation therapy
- Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation/Pre-habilitation clinic
- Unique program which consists of a pain management clinic, that helps patient to deal with severe cancer pain
- Non-surgical treatment options which provided better outcome & improves the bodily functionality
- Dedicated team for every specialization like Breast cancer, Head Cancer, Neck Cancer etc.
- India’s first & the best Radiation Oncology facility with IGRT technology
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Dr. Anagha Zope- Breast Cancer Surgeon
Vandana Sinha
I was diagnosed with 3A type Breast cancer. We were more worried about the post effects of treatment than the surgery. I was also afraid of losing my hair. Instead of surfing the internet, I directly asked my doctor if there is any medicine available to prevent hair-fall. She told me that hair-fall is a good sign! There were times when I couldn’t taste food after the chemo and felt weak also. It wasn’t that easy to deal with. Post treatment, my life is much better and richer in experience. There is no fear and more confidence. I would say that, there are many untrusted sources available online that mislead people, it is recommended to clear all doubts with your consultant when diagnosed. Don’t google. Don’t blindly trust unproven sources on internet. Cancer is a mind game, I think. The medicine will work better if you are positive and consulted in time.
Archana Samvatsare
I was 49 when I was diagnosed with Triple Negative Aggressive breast cancer. It had reached the lymph nodes. So, I underwent a few tests like sonography and mammography. Thereafter I was operated for breast cancer. There was the time when I collapsed after 3 rd chemo session. I was hospitalized and declared dead. But it is a miracle only that I am alive today! Patients – survivors keep their cancer secret to them. Never hide your diagnosis. Sharing your battle with cancer can help spread awareness. It can save many lives and inspire others to fight in all odds.