If I have a Mastectomy Do I Need Chemo?

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...
Breast Swollen After Lumpectomy

Breast Swollen After Lumpectomy

Are you dealing with having your breast swollen after lumpectomy? Don’t panic—you’re not alone. Many patients experience this common postoperative symptom, and there are effective ways to manage it. Dr. Garvit Chitkara, a renowned breast cancer surgeon in Mumbai,...
Fibroadenoma Over Age 50

Fibroadenoma Over Age 50

TL;DR Fibroadenomas are benign breast lumps, most common in women aged 21–25 and accounting for under 5% of cases over 50. They don’t raise cancer risk but warrant evaluation given age-related concerns. Options include observation, surgical excision, or...
Recurrent Breast Cancer After Mastectomy

Recurrent Breast Cancer After Mastectomy

Have you been diagnosed with recurrent breast cancer after mastectomy? Are you concerned about the symptoms of recurrence and survival rates? It’s a distressing journey, but you’re not alone. Research indicates that few patients experience a recurrence post...
Pain 3 Weeks After Mastectomy

Pain 3 Weeks After Mastectomy

TL;DR Pain three weeks after a mastectomy is usually normal, caused by ongoing healing, scar tissue, nerve regeneration, lymphedema, stiff muscles, or stress. Manage it with prescribed medication, cold and heat therapy, gentle exercise, rest, and good nutrition. Watch...
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