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FAQ
Common symptoms include a lump or mass in the breast or underarm area, changes in breast size or shape, nipple discharge (other than breast milk), breast skin changes such as dimpling or puckering, and persistent breast pain.
Yes, breast cancer can sometimes cause symptoms like swelling or a lump in the armpit, persistent pain in the breast or armpit, redness or thickening of the breast skin, and changes in the appearance of the nipple.
Not always. Some early-stage breast cancers may not cause noticeable symptoms. That's why regular breast self-exams, mammograms, and clinical breast exams are important for early detection.
Risk factors include gender (being female), increasing age, family history of breast cancer, inherited genetic mutations (such as BRCA1 and BRCA2), personal history of breast cancer or certain non-cancerous breast diseases, hormonal factors (early menstruation, late menopause, hormone replacement therapy), and lifestyle factors (obesity, alcohol consumption, lack of physical activity).
FAQ
Breast cancer diagnosis typically involves a combination of imaging tests such as mammography, ultrasound, and MRI, followed by a biopsy to confirm the presence of cancerous cells and determine the type and stage of breast cancer.
A breast biopsy involves the removal of a small sample of breast tissue for examination under a microscope. Biopsies can be performed using various techniques, including fine-needle aspiration, core needle biopsy, or surgical biopsy, depending on the size and location of the abnormality.
A positive biopsy result indicates the presence of cancerous cells in the breast tissue. Further tests, such as imaging scans and staging studies, will be conducted to determine the extent of the cancer and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
Treatment options for breast cancer may include surgery (lumpectomy or mastectomy), radiation therapy, chemotherapy, hormone therapy, targeted therapy, or a combination of these approaches, depending on the type, stage, and characteristics of the cancer.
Dr Frea Ramzi Perdawood
Consultant - Oncoplastic Breast Surgery
Hospital
American Hospital Dubai
Experience
10 Years
Specialized Surgery
2000
Location
United Arab Emirates
Dr. Geeta Kadyaparth
Senior Director – Surgical Oncology (Breast)
Prof. Dr. Med. Vesna Bjelic-radisic
Head of the breast center and the department of senology
Kolan International Hospital, Istanbul
Istanbul
MedPark Hospital
Bangkok
Acibadem Altunizade Hospital
Istanbul
