Exercise May Reduce Side Effects Of Breast Cancer Treatment: Fitness Expert
If you were physically active before your cancer treatment, you might not be able to continue your workout while undergoing treatment.
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If you were physically active before your cancer treatment, you might not be able to continue your workout while undergoing treatment.
The 42-year-old patient had earlier undergone surgery for a lump in the right breast, almost a year ago, but the lump reappeared in the same position within 6 months.
While breast cancer accounts for most new cancer cases, lung cancer causes most cancer deaths worldwide.
We spoke to Dr. Mukul Roy, Consultant Radiation Oncologist, Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre, to understand the various risk factors associated with the condition and how one can manage it.
On an attempt to raise cancer awareness, almost 50,000 women were screened for breast cancer in Goa, out of which 24 of them tested positive.
The health expert explained that though awareness has slightly improved among women, the stage of presentation and timeliness still remain a concern
While foods such as leafy green vegetables, citrus fruits, berries, fatty fish, and fermented foods may protect against breast cancer, there are certain foods that may increase your risk.
18 time grand slam champion Martina Navratilova has been diagnosed with early stage of breast and throat cancer at age 66.
Early diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer can improve survival, but overtreatment can put patients at risk of adverse side effects.
Not only females but even males suffer from breast cancer. Male breast cancer is typically diagnosed in the later stages and can become fatal. If cancer gets detected in the earlier stages, then it is possible to promptly treat it. Hence, it is essential to create awareness about the signs and symptoms of this disease in men. To Know More, Watch Video.
Balaji Institute of Oncology (BIO) will be established as a state-of-the-art Cancer Centre. A palliative care center coming up at Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences.
Early prevention is better than cure. Women, follow these tips to reduce your risks of breast cancer!
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Some risk factors associated with breast cancer such as gender, age, or genes can't be changed. However, there are other risk factors that you can change.
Breast cancer kills thousands of women every year. Regular screening can help detect the cancer at an early stage, when it is easier to treat.
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With timely diagnosis and personalized treatments, breast cancer-related mortality can be significantly reduced. Read on to know more.
Breast cancer is no longer limited to older women. Currently, even women in their 30s have been detected with it.
Breast cancer screening can help discover breast cancer early, when it is simpler to treat, even though it cannot prevent breast cancer.
Studies have shown that fasting increases insulin sensitivity and this makes it harder for cancer cells to grow in the absence of excess glucose
Changes in breast shape and size are common and not always a sign of some underlying health condition. However, it is not a bad idea to check with your doctor once in a while
A clinical trial presented at the European Society of Medical Oncology Congress in Paris showed that using Licodaine before surgery can improve survival rates of breast cancer patients
Why causes breasts asymmetry occurs? Does uneven breasts signify breast cancer? Find answers to these questions and more here.
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Breastfeeding is crucial for the early development of a baby. But is it safe to breastfeed during breast cancer treatment?
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Hormonal therapy doesn't have side effects like chemotherapy. Read on to know more about hormonal therapy for stage 4 breast cancer.
Recurrence tests, also referred to as prognostic tests, can determine the probability of recurrence of cancer, and avoid chemotherapy.
Sharing a video on Instagram, actor Anupam Kher, who is working with her as a co-actor on a project, shared an update about Mahima's health.
A new gene drug combined with hormone therapy has the capability to improved the survival rate of women with stage four cancer called as metastatic cancer.
ICMR in its report on the 'Burden of cancers in India', has listed seven cancers which account for more than 40 per cent of the total disease burden. Take a look at the breakup:
Most people receiving treatment for breast cancer prefer treatment with PHESGO compared to IV administration.
"Dear breasts, today it's my turn to stand by you when one of you fights cancer..." she wrote in her Instagram post.
Most women in India ignore the signs of breast cancer, which can be dangerous for them. It can even be worse for breastfeeding mothers.
The project aims to screen 15,000 suspected females within one year and help establish a referral pathway for follow-ups for diagnosis and treatment initiation.
If you find a lump during breast self-examination, do not panic. Most women have lumps at all times. Consult a doctor for further evaluation.
Breast cancer treatment has moved away from a one size fits all approach. The aggressive chemotherapy treatment may not be required for a huge majority of breast cancer patients.
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