The differences among cancer cells (tumor heterogeneity) is why your pathology report, blood tests, and other tests can be so complicated and why there are so many different treatments for breast cancer. Because the cancer cells can be so different, what kills one type of cell might not do anything to another.
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Source: Breastcancer.org
Some women decide to have the breast rebuilt, or reconstructed, during the same operation that removes the breast. This is called “immediate... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
At a Glance Avoid wearing powders or deodorant/anti-perspirants when you get your mammogram—even though the whole experience can really make you... Read more »