Breast Cancer: Breast Reconstruction After Breast Surgery
Breast reconstruction surgery involves creating a breast mound that comes as close as possible to the form and appearance of the natural breast.
Breast Cancer: Surgery
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesSurgery to remove as much of the cancer as possible is the main treatment for breast cancer. Today, women have many surgical choices.
Breast Health: Preventive Care
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesTo keep track of your breast health, you should get a yearly clinical exam and mammograms as directed by your healthcare provider.
Common Benign Lumps
in Health Library, Resources, Young & On Your WayThe 2 most common types of benign breast lumps are cysts and fibroadenomas. A cyst is a fluid-filled sac that develops in the breast tissue. Fibroadenomas are solid, smooth, firm, benign lumps that are most commonly found in women in their late teens and early 20s.
Breast Cancer: Lymphedema After Treatment
in Health Library, In Full Stride, ResourcesWhenever the normal drainage pattern in the lymph nodes is disturbed or damaged – often during surgery to remove the lymph nodes – the arm may swell. This swelling, caused by too much fluid, is called lymphedema.
Normal Breast Development and Changes
in Health Library, Resources, Young & On Your WayBreast development happens in certain stages during a woman’s life: first before birth, and again at puberty and later during the childbearing years. Changes also happen to the breasts during menstruation and when a woman reaches menopause.