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Dcis Comedo Carcinoma Estrogen Progesterone Positive
Q. I’ve just been diagnosed with breast cancer. The doctor tells me it’s DCIS. What does that mean?
A. Congratulations! Seems strange to say that word in connection with cancer, but you’ve been diagnosed with a type of breast cancer that latest statistics show is 98% to 99% curable. (And sadly, “cure” isn’t a word that’s heard in connection with all breast cancers.) So take a deep breath, validate your fear–EVERY woman, no matter the diagnosis, suffers through that “kick in the...
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Diagnosis of DCIS
Source: Breastcancer.org
Diagnosing DCIS usually involves a combination of procedures: Physical examination of the breasts: Your doctor may be able to feel a small lump in... Read more »
Treatment for DCIS
Source: Breastcancer.org
Standard treatment options for DCIS include: Lumpectomy followed by radiation therapy: This is the most common treatment for DCIS. Lumpectomy is... Read more »
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Tubular Carcinoma of the Breast
Source: Breastcancer.org
Tubular carcinoma doesn’t always have obvious symptoms in the breast. Below are symptoms you may have and ways doctors make a diagnosis. Signs and... Read more »
Symptoms and Diagnosis of Mucinous Carcinoma of the Breast
Source: Breastcancer.org
In this section you can learn about symptoms of mucinous carcinoma and different diagnosing methods. Signs and symptoms Like other types of breast... Read more »
New Developments in Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Ductal Carcinoma in Situ of the Breast
Research is ongoing to better define the role of adjuvant hormonal therapy in the management of women with ductal carcinoma in Situ (DCIS). Research... Read more »
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