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Treatments for breast cancer and how to live with breast cancer

Oct 7th, 2008
by Tina.
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TREATMENTS

Treatment of breast cancer will typically involve surgery followed by a combination of chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiation. Treatments however do vary depending on the patient and depending on the stage of cancer.

  • Surgery

    Lumpectomy-removal of cancerous tumor and possibility removal of lymph nodes

    Mastectomy-removal of whole breast

  • Chemotherapy

    Medicines that interfere with cancer growth and division, intended to reduce and kill tumors.

  • Radiation Therapy

    X-rays or high energy rays applied to the tumor and surrounding areas to destroy cancer cells.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Oct 6th, 2008
by Tina.
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October is breast cancer awareness month. Last year, I wrote a blog about a dear friend whom I lost to breast cancer. There are also a set of links with general information, support group information, as well as recommended books. This year, I will do a three part series on what breast cancer is, early treatment options and ways to detect breast cancer available for breast cancer.

Breast Cancer is a group of abnormal cells that form in the breast. There are a variety of different types of Breast Cancer. American Cancer Society lists these types in more detail.

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Treatments available to overcome fear of being alone

Oct 2nd, 2008
by Tina.
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There are many reasons as to why people fear of being alone. There are also a variety of therapies available to help overcome this fear. Each specialized therapy should only be done by licensed professionals (ex. licensed clinician, social workers, therapists, etc.)

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