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Hope in curing cancer

{ Posted on May 27 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
Cancer could strike anyone regardless of age, sex or race. More than 10 million people are diagnosed with cancer every year. It is estimated that there will be 15 million new cases every year by 2020. Cancer causes 6 Read More »

Treatment for breast cancer

{ Posted on Apr 30 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Treatment
There are different types of treatment for each patient to remove as much cancer tissue as possible. Early-stage cancers can be treated with conservative surgery and certain medications. More Read More »

How is breast cancer diagnosed and staged?

{ Posted on Apr 29 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Signs & Symptoms
When a lump is found, you might need several mammogram views or breast ultrasound. The ultrasound is preferable for examining cystic areas and for young women with Read More »

Signs and symptoms of early breast cancer

{ Posted on Apr 29 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Signs & Symptoms
The early stages of breast cancer have no signs nor symp toms. This is why it is important to get screened well. As tumors grow, they can cause symptoms like: Read More »

How to perform self-examination for breast cancer

{ Posted on Apr 29 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
If you have regular monthly periods, examine your breasts a few days or a week after your period ends. If you are in menopause, choose the first day of each month. If you are Read More »

Get screened for breast cancer

{ Posted on Apr 27 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
Learn how to perform breast self-examinations, get regular physical examinations from your physician and regular screening mammograms appropriate for your age Read More »

Risk factors for breast cancer that can be modified

{ Posted on Apr 27 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
Use of hormonal replacement therapy (HRT) after menopause Using oral contraceptive pills (OCPs) for a longtime Read More »

What is breast cancer?

{ Posted on Apr 25 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
Breast cancer happens when the cells of the breast grow uncontrollably, invading nearby tissues and spreading throughout the body. These cells multiply and "take on all life Read More »

Important information you need to know about your breast

{ Posted on Apr 25 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
The breast is a collection of glands and fatty tissue between the skin and the chest wall. The fatty tissue determines the size and the shape of the breast. When you have a baby, Read More »

Importance of checking your breast regularly

{ Posted on Apr 25 2007 by hans }
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Categories : Cancer, Overview
Experts have been trying to solve the puzzle of cancer development for decades. Novel breakthroughs in early detection and therapy have been achieved in breast cancer Read More »
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