Recurrent Breast Cysts
TL;DR Recurring breast cysts are common and usually benign, especially in women aged 35–50, driven by hormonal changes, diet, family history, and fibrocystic breasts. Symptoms include movable lumps, tenderness, and size fluctuations. Most aren’t cancerous, but...
Double Mastectomy with DIEP Flap Reconstruction
TL;DR A double mastectomy with DIEP flap reconstruction rebuilds both breasts using the patient’s own lower-abdominal tissue while preserving muscle, allowing faster recovery and natural results. It can be done immediately or delayed, with flap survival above...
Does Breast Tissue Grow Back After Lumpectomy
TL;DR Breast tissue doesn’t fully regrow after a lumpectomy. Some minor regeneration may occur with benign cases and no radiation, but scarring usually dominates. Radiation causes fibrosis that limits regrowth. Healing takes 6–8 weeks, with possible shape,...
Breast lump for 10 years
TL;DR A breast lump can persist for 10 years and remain benign, but it should never be ignored. Long delays risk delayed diagnosis, complications, and limited treatment options. Watch for new lumps, size or skin changes, or nipple discharge. Options range from...
If I have a Mastectomy Do I Need Chemo?
TL;DR Chemotherapy isn’t compulsory after every mastectomy. The decision depends on cancer type, stage, lymph node involvement, hormone receptor and HER2 status, and recurrence risk. Early, localized cancers may need surgery alone. When needed, chemo usually...