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posted 11/22/2009, comments (0)

What is Breast Brachytherapy

Brachytherapy, also known as sealed source radiotherapy or endocurietherapy, is a form of radiotherapy where a radioactive source is placed inside or next to the area requiring treatment. Brachytherapy is commonly used to treat localized prostate cancer, cervical cancer and cancers of the head and neck.Breast brachytherapy is a 5-day radiation... Read more Chevron

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Can’t Sleep? You’ve Come to the Right Place.

You glance at the clock: 2:18 a.m. You turned in after the 11 p.m. news, but you’re still awake. You vowed to simply relax – close your eyes – let your worries go – fall asleep.Didn’t work, did it?We’ve all had nights like this. Cancer is the original Big Gorilla in the Corner. Awfully hard to ignore, even in... Read more Chevron

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Fast FAQS: Breast Reconstruction – Implants

Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and after hearing about the various choices I have for reconstruction, I’ve decided to have an implant. Now I have to make the decision whether to have the implant done right away, or wait till later. Help, I’m stuck!A. One-stage (immediate) reconstruction with an implant is done at the same time you... Read more Chevron

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Fast FAQS: Breast Reconstruction – What Are My Choices?

You’re having a mastectomy, and you’ve decided on reconstruction – but what kind? This information on implant vs. body tissue reconstruction should help you make up your mind. Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and I don’t really want to just leave it at that. But I also don’t want to fuss around with something... Read more Chevron

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Fast FAQS: Opting for a Prosthesis (Breast Form) After Surgery.

Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and although I’ve heard about reconstruction and implants, I just feel they’re not for me. I think I’d like to wear something external. What are my options?A. First of all, congratulations on making your decision. It’s a difficult time, trying to decide what you want to do about your... Read more Chevron

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