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New Area Of Calcifications After Dcis Lumpectomy
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 »
How the Extent of DCIS Affects Treatment Options
Source: Breastcancer.org
At a Glance Terms to know: The breast is divided into four sections, or "quadrants": upper outer quadrant upper inner quadrant lower inner... 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 »
DCIS: Ductal Carcinoma In Situ
Source: Breastcancer.org
Ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) is the most common type of non-invasive breast cancer. Ductal means that the cancer starts inside the milk ducts,... Read more »
Radiation for Breast Cancer: Radiation with Lumpectomy, Mammos...
When it comes to breast cancer treatment, radiation can seem like a walk in the park compared to major surgery and months of chemotherapy. For me, it... Read more »
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