Understanding breast cancer types and early detection
Dr. Esther Dubrovsky of Houston Methodist Baytown outlines diverse breast cancer types based on origin in ducts or lobules, explains ductal carcinoma in situ as stage 0, and notes most cancers are invasive ductal or lobular. Mammograms detect cancers early, improving cure chances, with warning signs to watch for and guidance on screening during the COVID-19 era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Esther Dubrovsky
Houston Methodist
Baytown
Dubrovsky
American Cancer Society
Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital
Houstonmethodist.org
Ribbons of Awareness Across Causes and Cancers
Michael Pineda notes that awareness ribbons span many issues beyond their colors. He lists common associations such as teal for cervical cancer and pink for breast cancer, with other hues tied to diabetes, heart disease, leukemia, thyroid cancer, and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Pineda
Michael
Pineda
Baytownsun.com
What to expect after breast cancer treatment
SEER data show five year survival rates in the United States for breast cancer are high with localized disease at 99 percent and regional disease at 86 percent while distant spread falls to 27 percent. After surgery patients enter recovery and may require hospitalization for certain procedures. Follow-up care, possible chemo or radiation, and potential side effects like fatigue and hair regrowth changes are discussed. Mammograms and tests continue during follow up to monitor for recurrence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SEER
National Cancer Institute
United States
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Rod Evans
Grey — Diabetes
Gold
Orange
Pearl
Periwinkle
Silver
Jade
BreastCancer.org
Marisa Weiss
Breastcancer. Org
Webmd
American Cancer
East
Harris County
West
Chambers County
Liberty County
Liberty-Dayton Hospital
Cynthia Patterson
BSN
Carol Mendelevitz
LMSW
NCBF
Garth Rd
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