Breast Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the breast. It can occur in both men and women, but it is far more common in women.
Types of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is not a single disease. There are several types, including:
- Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS): Non-invasive cancer that starts in the milk ducts.
- Invasive Ductal Carcinoma (IDC): The most common type, it starts in the milk ducts and spreads to other parts of the breast.
- Invasive Lobular Carcinoma (ILC): Starts in the lobules (milk-producing glands) and can spread.
- Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC): A rare and aggressive type that makes the breast red, swollen, and tender.
- Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Cancer cells that don't have estrogen receptors, progesterone receptors, or HER2 protein.
Risk Factors
Several factors can increase the risk of breast cancer, including:
- Being female
- Increasing age
- Family history of breast cancer
- Genetic mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2)
- Early menstruation
- Late menopause
- Never having been pregnant
- Hormone therapy after menopause
- Obesity
- Alcohol consumption
- Radiation exposure
Symptoms
Symptoms of breast cancer can vary, but some common signs include:
- A lump or thickening in the breast
- Change in the size, shape, or appearance of a breast
- Changes to the skin over the breast, such as dimpling
- A newly inverted nipple
- Peeling, scaling, crusting or flaking of the pigmented area of skin surrounding the nipple (areola) or breast skin
- Redness or pitting of the skin over your breast, like the skin of an orange
Diagnosis
Diagnosing breast cancer typically involves:
- Clinical Breast Exam: A physical exam by a doctor.
- Mammogram: An X-ray of the breast.
- Ultrasound: Uses sound waves to create images of the breast.
- Biopsy: Removing a sample of breast tissue for testing.
- MRI: Magnetic resonance imaging of the breast.
Treatment
Treatment for breast cancer depends on the type and stage of the cancer, as well as the patient's overall health. Options include:
- Surgery:
- Lumpectomy: Removal of the tumor and a small amount of surrounding tissue.
- Mastectomy: Removal of the entire breast.
- Sentinel Node Biopsy: Removal of lymph nodes to check for cancer spread.
- Radiation Therapy: Using high-energy rays to kill cancer cells.
- Chemotherapy: Using drugs to kill cancer cells.
- Hormone Therapy: Blocking hormones that fuel cancer growth.
- Targeted Therapy: Using drugs that target specific cancer cells.
- Immunotherapy: Using the body's immune system to fight cancer.
Dr. Sugandha Arya's Expertise
Dr. Sugandha Arya is a leading surgical oncologist in Faridabad, specializing in breast cancer surgery. She is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to her patients, utilizing the latest surgical techniques and working closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop personalized treatment plans.
Contact Information
Dr. Sugandha Arya - Best Breast Cancer Doctor in Faridabad
Accord Superspeciality Hospital
Budena Village, Sector 86, Faridabad, Haryana 121002
Phone: 098686 32726