If you’ve just learned that you have breast cancer, you may be encountering some of the most anxious moments of your life. Although research has come a long way over the past decade in developing extremely effective treatments, the "C" word is still a terrifying one to add to your vocabulary—especially if you’re referring to your own health. At this point, your imagination is probably running wild with fears of what is going on inside your body, and the measures necessary to fix it.
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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... Read more »
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Q. I’ve heard of women with DCIS and IDC, but I just found out I have ILC. What’s that?A. ILC–infiltrating lobular carcinoma–is similar to... Read more »
Q. I’ve just been diagnosed with LCIS. The doctor said it’s not really cancer; but if that’s the case, why is it called cancer? I’m... Read more »
Before you start reading, take this helpful quiz on infiltrating/invasive ductal carcinoma as a preview to this FAQ. Q. I’ve learned I have IDC,... Read more »