The Importance Of BSE – Breast Self-Examination
Breast is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in India and in the world . Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops from tissues in your breast. Signs and symptoms of breast cancer include a painless or painful lump in your breast, a change in the...
What Should I Expect During A Breast Biopsy?
A biopsy is a medical procedure that involves taking a small sample of tissue from the body for laboratory testing. Biopsies are performed for many reasons, including diagnosing cancer or other diseases, determining the cause of a suspicious lump or mass, and...
Breast Lumps – What You Need To Know
Most women will have a breast lump at some point in their lives. Breast lumps are usually benign, but they can also be a sign of breast cancer, says Dr. Garvit Chitkara, a renowned breast cancer surgeon in Mumbai. What is a breast lump? A breast lump is a mass of...
Stage 0 Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know
TL;DR Stage 0 breast cancer (DCIS) is non-invasive, with abnormal cells confined to the milk ducts and not spread to surrounding tissue. Often found via mammography and confirmed by biopsy, it’s highly treatable with lumpectomy or mastectomy, sometimes radiation...