What symptoms may be at risk for breast cancer?
Have a lump in the breast or armpit Changes in the shape or size of the breast Changes in the shape or size of the nipple. Water, blood, or lymph coming out of the nipple. Changes in color or skin around the areola, such as dimpling, wrinkles, or changes in the skin around the breast. Unusual pain in the breast or armpit, especially on one side.
How many stages of breast cancer are there?
There are 4 stages, easily divided into 3 types:
Initial phase (Phase 1-2) These include groups in which the small lump has not spread to the lymph nodes or has spread only slightly.
Metastatic stage (stages 2-3) Including groups that have large lumps or have spread to quite a few lymph nodes.
Metastasis (Stage 4) Including those whose disease has spread to other organs such as the lungs, liver, and bones.
It’s a large lump of breast cancer. Is there still a chance of recovery?
There is still a chance of being completely cured. Proper understanding of the disease and continuous follow-up of treatment are important in order not to miss the opportunity for cure. Currently, there are chemotherapy drugs and targeted drugs that are effective. Helps reduce the size of the lump until it can be operated on. and reduce the chance of recurrence later
Already have breast cancer Is there a chance of recovery?
Depends on the disease stage
ㆍChance of recovery: Initial stage > Advanced stage > Metastatic stage.
ㆍIn the metastatic stage (stage 4), there is a relatively small chance of recovery.
Even though it’s not completely cured But the current treatment It can lead to a longer life and a better quality of life. There are many new treatments available today. In patients who respond to treatment, they may live for many more years. Even though the disease is in stage 4
Information by: Dr. Nattaya Phuworawan
Department of Internal Medicine
Information as of October 7, 2023
2023-10-06 05:07:54
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