Diagnosis of Breast Cancer
Over 90% of breast lumps are detected by the patient. It is therefore important that at the slightest suspicion arising of SSE, go immediately to your doctor. Despite multiple campaigns is common to find women who are not self-examine regularly, or that they do so inappropriately. Do not hesitate to ask your doctor about the correct way.
Any suspicious lump should be examined by the doctor as soon as possible. Many women are delaying unnecessarily the visit to the doctor to detect a breast lump, for fear of cancer, self-denial or hope that the problem will go away alone. It is important to emphasize that three-quarters of breast lumps are benign origin. And if evil, the sooner it is detected and treated, the greater the possibility of controlling this cancer.
Treatment of Breast Cancer
The doctor will make a complete review of the breasts and ask about your medical history and family history. Probably order a mammogram, especially with any suspicious finding. The diagnosis is confirmed by a biopsy, it can be done directly in the office, where a needle is taken with a sample of fluid or tissue from the affected part. For larger biopsies, surgery is needed and usually performed in a clinic or hospital.
Once the diagnosis is confirmed proceed with the removal of the tumor mass that may lead to the complete elimination of the breast and even the axillary nodes. Both full and partial excision, plastic and reconstructive surgeons may try to rebuild the breast.
