About Breast Cancer
The word cancer refers to a disease in the human body that results in the formation of a swelling, lump or an ulcer in some part of the body. Based on which organ is involved it called by that name, as in cancer occurring in the breast is called Breast Cancer.
Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the cells of the breast. It can occur in both men and women, though it is far more common in women. Breast cancer is the most researched human disease in history and when treated properly the success rate is almost 95-97 percent in early stages.
Breast Cancer is the most common cancer seen in Indian women and the incidence is steadily increasing. India sees around 2 lakh new breast cancers per year and each year 1 lakh women die of this disease. This unfortunate situation is because most Indian women present late in advanced stages when cure becomes a difficulty.
Cancer Advances
It is always advisable to have cancer screening as advised by doctors. Breast self examination is a simple method, can be done by women in the comfort of their homes while mammogram is a simple test that can detect disease even before it can be felt by human hands.
Apart from surgery, radiation and chemotherapy, there are many modern methods of treatment like hormone therapy, immunotherapy and special molecular tests that can effectively predict your response to therapy. Such tests can help personalise the treatment, reducing costs, avoiding un necessary treatment, reduce toxicity and most importantly improve treatment success.
“Common presentation of the disease is in the form of a lump, commonly felt during bathing. The other symptoms women express are discharge from the nipple, or swelling in the axilla. “
If you’ve received a breast cancer diagnosis or are at high risk for developing breast cancer in your lifetime, we’re here to support you.
The Friedman Center partners with the Northwell Health System, whose hospitals and cancer programs are nationally recognized for excellence and accredited by leading organizations in cancer care, including the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC).
This accreditation means that we have voluntarily gone through a rigorous peer review process to ensure we meet nationally accepted standards, have well-qualified staff to diagnose and treat your cancer, and employ technology that meets or exceeds guidelines so that you receive the safest, highest quality care. Learn about Northwell Health’s cancer programs here.
- About US
- Contact Us
- Gallery