Question 1

best surgeon for breast cancer in  north carolina?

Accepted Answer

There are several: First speak to your family doctor who will refer you to a breast surgeon  ( most of the health insurance requires referral ) , or call a medical centre close to you ,they will provide a list then you  choose .

Question 2

i have a friend that has stage 2 breast cancer, her surgeon says he might have to operate a least three times. why is that?

Accepted Answer

Breast reconstructio: Probably your friend is having mastectomy with breast reconstruction. To reconstruct the breast, you do the surgery to remove the breast, then a surgery to place an expander under the skin to stretch it, and then a final surgery to but in an implant. 

Most patients only need one surgery, though (a lumpectomy), followed by radiation.

Question 3

i was diagnosed with breast cancer that has spread to 2 lymph nodes my app't with a surgeon is aug12 is that too long a wait.can it spread?

Accepted Answer

Relax: You should be okay waiting until august 12th, although it is hard to know for sure without any more information.

Question 4

family history of breast cancer. since i am 37 and not over 40 yet breast surgeon believes i should wait to have mammos when i am over 40. thinks risks outweigh benefits. just had mri and its normal still a bit anxious. should i do mammo ?

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Brest cancer ?'s: Screening for breast cancer with a strong FHx can start in 30's.  If the MRI was done to exclude breast cancer and was normal, the MRI is actually better as a screening tool than mammography.  Annual digital mammography and a genetic test for specific gene types which can be associated with increased risk for breast cancer are approved with a positive family history as well.

Question 5

surgeon said occult breast cancer spread to 2lymp nodes under arm no sign cancer in breast .surgeon advise remove lymph glands, leave breast .should i?

Accepted Answer

MRI: An MRI of the breast is necessary to see if any cancer is there. It's a good test to find even the tiniest cancers.

Question 6

23andme shows i have a gene that increase breast cancer risk by 1.2. my mom has the same variant and got breast cancer at 53.i plan to get a prophylactic mastectomy because of this.do i see a surgeon?

Accepted Answer

This what you want?: Please stop and think. You can&#x27;t go through life trying to eliminate every risk. You owe it to yourself and to that special person who may choose to love you through your life to keep your body intact and healthy for as long as you can. There are HUNDREDS of genes that modify risks. If you maintain surveillance against breast cancer, it&#x27;s almost always curable when found. Love casts out fear.

Question 7

what is the best course of action for breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

See oncologist: Best treatments are highly dependent on each person's condition, cancer stage & cell type. Best to have an oncologist who can direct you properly. Most all patients will need combinations of treatment; surgery sometimes combined with selected chemotherapy for the cell type & stage, and possibly radiation therapy. Very individualized for each person.

Question 8

best nci national cancer institute breast cancer risk assessment tool?

Accepted Answer

Gail Risk Assessment: Gail breast cancer risk assessment tool.  See:
http://www.Cancer.Gov/bcrisktool/.

Question 9

please help! what is the best course of action for breast cancer treatment?

Accepted Answer

Get a team: ...Of specialists (breast surgeon, med onc, and rad onc), preferably working together in a multidisciplinary setting, who will evaluate the situation from the beginning and make a concerted plan of attack. This should include dietitian, physical therapist, and if needed a genetics counselor.

Question 10

can you tell me exactly when is the best time or age for screening of breast cancer?

Accepted Answer

See below: Usually recommend yearly breast physical examination beginning in age 20's, yearly mammogram after age 40. Best to do mammograms a few weeks after the menstrual cycle for better visualization.

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I was diagnosed with breast cancer that has spread to 2 lymph nodes my app't with a surgeon is aug12 is that too long a wait.can it spread?

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Family history of breast cancer. since i am 37 and not over 40 yet breast surgeon believes i should wait to have mammos when i am over 40. thinks risks outweigh benefits. just had mri and its normal still a bit anxious. should i do mammo ?

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Surgeon said occult breast cancer spread to 2lymp nodes under arm no sign cancer in breast .surgeon advise remove lymph glands, leave breast .should i?

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23andme shows i have a gene that increase breast cancer risk by 1.2. my mom has the same variant and got breast cancer at 53.i plan to get a prophylactic mastectomy because of this.do i see a surgeon?

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What is the best course of action for breast cancer?

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Please help! what is the best course of action for breast cancer treatment?

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Can you tell me exactly when is the best time or age for screening of breast cancer?

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