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Up until the 1950's, the accepted mainstream medical treatment for breast cancer was a total radical mastectomy - a removal of all of the breast tissue, much of the muscle tissue underneath the affected breast and the lymph nodes in the underarm area on the side where the cancer was discovered. Even with these drastic measures, the survival rate was not impressive. With no good way to detect the cancer early enough to remove it early enough to prevent the spread to other organs, a diagnosis of breast cancer was considered terminal. Later in the century, research revealed the common risk factors, early and late stages of breast cancer, identification of some of the the genes associated with a higher risk of getting breast cancer, and methods of early detection. Chemotherapy, radiation therapy and modified mastectomies - where less tissue was removed - became the norm. Today's treatment for the earliest, stage 0 and stage I breast cancer, is normally a lumpectomy, removing just the cancer followed by chemo or radiation and sometimes both. Today, the United States and Canada hold the dubious distinction of leading the world in breast cancer cases, with diet and environmental factors sometimes suspected as playing a role. However, even with the those statistics, the survival rate for breast cancer, when it is diagnosed early, has climbed. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), the 5-year survival rates for women with breast cancer that is diagnosed and treated are:
These statistics are the reason that the medical profession advises getting regular mammograms and doing breast self examinations. Avoiding a checkup out of fear of a breast cancer diagnosis is dangerous. This is one situation where denial will not make it go away. Men can
and do get breast cancer. Although the disease does not strike
men as often, when it does, it is usually diagnosed later.
The survival rate for men with this disease tends to be lower
since the diagnosis is usually at a later, less treatable
stage. More about breast cancer around the Web: Learn
more about the history of the disease, along with current research, related breast
cancer pictures & images, where you can find clinical trials, and information
on breast cancer events and fundraising efforts
worldwide during Breast Cancer Awareness Month ... National
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
- The campaign now entering its second decade and offering a rich cache of free
educational resources in printable format, multimedia files, feature stories and
facts behind the month-long October event that aims to help increase awareness
and early detection. Myths About Breast Cancer Risks - Still how little is known, with a discussion of popular misconceptions including the antiperspirant connection, genetics, family history, chemotherapy and radiation, mammography and more with an extensive FAQ on symptoms and diagnosis. Mammography (Breast Imaging, Mammogram) - Illustrated facts about the procedure that is widely recommended as the first line of defense against breast cancer - including preparation for the exam, details on mammography equipment and how it works, interpretation of results, benefits and risks. Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation - The premier U.S. fundraising organization with the latest news on studies, clinical trials, government legislation, and Komen Race for the Cure events raising awareness nationwide, along with resources for victims and survivors, an interactive breast self-exam tutorial, a very active messageboard, and info on how you can help. National Breast Cancer Foundation - An outstanding job of dispelling popular myths and providing clear facts on breast cancer symptoms, disease stages and survival rates, along with story articles, video news features, suggested reading and related links to breast cancer awareness. Profiles of Breast Cancer Drugs - The complete outline of current treatments with brief overviews listing benefits and side effects, plus links to associated drug companies or organizations for additional information, courtesy of Imaginis. Breast Cancer: Statistics on Incidence, Survival and Screening - More from Imaginis, with the overall snapshot of U.S. and international cases or deaths per year, incidence by state, age or ethnic group, staging and survival rates, statistics on mammography, and related links. National Cancer Institute - Clinical Trials - Enter your U.S. Zip code to find a clinical trial in your area with this powerful interactive tool searchable by cancer type, disease stage or type of trial, and surf around the rest of the site for more information on clinical trials and news about the latest Breast Cancer Trial Results. A-Z Breast Cancer - Excellent resource from a Chiff.com editor and former About.com guide to the topic covering the latest news, facts & info on mammograms, breast self-exams, chemo treatments, research, local resources in the U.S., U.K. and Canada & Australia.
2010 Breast Cancer Awareness Month Events Worldwide
also see in Health -> Lab Tests & Diagnoses also see in Cosmetic Surgery -> Breast Reconstruction
This information
is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
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