Mastectomy

If you just had a mastectomy, you need to know these tips for preparing to exercise again.

Determine if you are a preventative mastectomy candidate by arming yourself with the right information.

Oftentimes, surgery is done to treat or stop the progression of breast cancer. There are many types of breast cancer surgeries. Two of the most common breast cancer surgeries done in Atlanta is the lumpectomy and breast reconstruction.

By understanding that this disease affects the people we know and love in one way or another, perhaps there will be more awareness and prevention. Anyone who would like to be a part of this please contact me at jenniferabove@hotmail.com.

Facing breast cancer surgery can be overwhelming. Education is the first step to coping with surgery. Learn what to expect with breast cancer surgery including recovery, complications and healing.

A Mastectomy is suggested after the patient has undergone several tests: a mammogram, a sonogram, an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and a biopsy. Only then will the surgeon use invasive techniques to rid the body of cancer.

When I had my mastectomy almost two years ago, I thought I knew everything I needed to know. I was wrong.

There are two major techniques to reconstruct a breast after mastectomy for the treatment of breast cancer. One uses patient's own tissue and the other depends on Implants. The advantages and disadvantages of both methods are discussed in this article.

A woman learns she has breast cancer and learns what accompanies a breast cancer diagnosis.

Here you will find the top 5 websites for mastectomy products such as bras, breast forms, camisoles, and swimwear.

Here are five bras that can help a woman heal in many different areas of her life after having a mastectomy.

A list of the top 5 mastectomy bras with details of each and links on where you can buy them.

Here are five leading mastectomy bras for breast cancer survivors. They are fashionable, supportive, and stylish. Each bra offers the best in comfort.

A review of the new Breast Cancer Patient Protection Act and whether mammograms can actually cause breast cancer.

Side effects from breast surgery will vary depending on the type of surgery and lymph node dissection you have and on your general health. Knowing the possible side effects will help you prepare for breast surgery.

To help you make a decision on the type of surgery you will have, you and your surgeon will discus your options and the specifics of your breast cancer and any medical issues that need to be taken into consideration in the decision.

Side effects from breast surgery will vary depending on the type of surgery and lymph node dissection you have and on your general health.

You and your surgeon will consider many aspects of your health when deciding if a mastectomy is appropriate for you. Here are some of the factors that you and your surgeon will consider.

This article is about the treatment and diagnosis of breast cancer involving people we know.

This article is an overview of what the BRCA1 and 2 genes are, and what they could mean to women who possess them. It also gives information about what to expect from a mastectomy.

A look at the differences between the minimally invasive lumpectomy procedure and the full mastectomy surgery. Includes the benefits and risks involved with each type of surgery.

Words cannot explain how harrowing the experience of being diagnosed with breast cancer can be. Methods of treatment prevail all around us, but finding the right solution when the time comes becomes difficult...

Breast Cancer and Treatment

Star of Samantha Who? chooses to treat her breast cancer by having both breasts removed, though only one breast had cancer.

There are more and more articles about the choice to remove healthy breasts to eliminate future risks. This article describes one person's journey.

Microsurgical breast reconstruction with perforator flaps (such as the DIEP flap, SIEA flap, and GAP flap) represents the gold standard in breast reconstruction after mastectomy for breast cancer. So what does it all mean? What is a perforator flap?

Women facing breast cancer surgery are not necessarily being offered every treatment option available, such as breast reconstruction.

Women who just gone through breast surgery may not be aware of the type of post-surgery bra they will need. This article will help guide you in finding the right mastectomy bra or post-surgery garment.

This is a about a lady who was told she had radical breast cancer and it was not true. She got a double mastectomy and found out she didn't have cancer.

Breast cancer kills almost 41,000 women in the United States each year. A controversial new way to combat the risk of getting breast cancer is having a preventative mastectomy performed.

If you knew you were at high risk for breast cancer, even if you didn't currently have it, would you consider an elective mastectomy to prevent breast cancer?

Women who have breast cancer want to learn and be active in their treatment.