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Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the tissues of the breast. Breast cancer screening is especially important to detect lumps that may be cancerous. Self-examination can be an extremely effective way of detecting breast cancer as well.

About Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is cancer that forms in the tissue of the breast. Cancer.gov estimates that for 2010 there will be:

New cases: 207,090 (female); 1,970 (male)
Deaths: 39,840 (female); 390 (male)

There are two types of breast cancer, invasive and noninvasive. Breast cancer usually begins in the milk ducts but can also begin in the lobules where milk is produced. Although rare, breast cancer can begin in the connective tissue which is called sarcoma. Sarcomas that occur in the breast are called phyllodes tumor and angiosarcoma.

Inflammatory breast cancer is a rare aggressive form of breast cancer that spreads through the breast tissue making it appear red and swollen, often confused with an infection. It is considered advanced and has spread from it’s point of origin. It often affects the lymph nodes.

Treatment for breast cancer varies on the type and stage of your cancer. Some treatments may include hormonal therapy, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, surgery, biological treatments or a combination of these. You can go to the Mayo Clinic website for more complete and detailed information regarding this disease.

Early detection of breast cancer can increase your chances of survival. It is important to do self checks and have mammograms. Stay aware of your breast health and let your doctor know if you notice any changes.

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Agnes Buzyn (R), Head of the National Cancer Institute, flanked by Jean-Yves Grall, France's Director General for Health, answers a journalist's question at the end of a press conference on December 23, 2011 in Paris, focused on the situation after eight cases of cancer, mainly breast cancer, had so far been reported in patients with Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP) and a ninth patient in Gers died of cancer last year. Up to 30,000 French women and perhaps tens of thousands more around the world may need to have defective breast implants removed after several suspicious cancer cases, officials said on December 20, 2011.

Jean-Yves Grall, France's Director General for Health, speaks during a press conference on December 23, 2011 in Paris, focused on the situation after eight cases of cancer, mainly breast cancer, had so far been reported in patients with Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP) and a ninth patient in Gers died of cancer last year. French health authorities announced today that up to 30,000 French women must have to remove their defective breast implants after several suspicious cancer cases.

LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 01: Lisa Snowdon attends the launch of the Assya Love Bracelet in aid of Breast Cancer Care on December 1, 2011 in London, England.

NASHVILLE, TN - OCTOBER 28: Breast Cancer Survivors celebrate at The 17th Annual Inspirational Country Music Awards at Schermerhorn Symphony Center on October 28, 2011 in Nashville, Tennessee.

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