Question 1

how fast does invasive ductal carcinoma of the breast begin to metastasis?

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Can do it at once: The excised invasive ductal carcinoma is a snapshot in time and no one knows how long it's been invasive. But the moment invasion has occurred, the possibility for metastasis is open. The longer the wait, the greater the risk.

Question 2

can breast carcinoma be cured?

Accepted Answer

Depends...maybe YES: There are many variables fo breast cancertype of breast cancer, 
size of tumor, spread to lymph nodes, spread to to other parts of the body, are there good targeted treatments for the type of breast cancer? The general health of the patient, the quality of the physician -hospital treating the patient.The earlier the diagnosis; the better.Is the patient predisposed to breast ca?Poss preventative tx.

Question 3

if you get breast carcinoma, how do you feel?

Accepted Answer

Initially no symptom: A breast cancer can grow for about 8 to 10 years before it reaches 1 centimeter in diameter - about 3/8's of an inch. A breast cancer that size would likely have no symptoms at all, and would be unlikely to be detected on a breast exam by you or your doctor. However, a breast cancer could show up on a mammogram years before it reaches even 1 centimeter in size. Do your mammograms as recommended.

Question 4

how does having breast carcinoma change things?

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Life-changer: I think that every person who is diagnosed with any type of cancer goes thru that initial "shock" which can be overwhelming.  However, most (breast) cancers can be readily treated, and many cured. The best thing to do is to aggressively seek out medical info and try to "take control" of the disease, rather than the other way around.  In time, one will hopefully get back to their normal lives.

Question 5

are there any biochemical tests to confirm breast carcinoma apart from clinical examination..

Accepted Answer

No: Biochemical screens are of no value in this situation. If someone has told you otherwise, they are deceived or lying. If you have a suspicious mass, it needs to be biopsied. I hope things work out for you -- the vast majority of breast cancers caught early are cured nowadays.

Question 6

a family member, 56 yrs female, was diagnosed with carcinoma left breast in 2001 and underwent a masectomy. what are some ways to help her recover?

Accepted Answer

Presuming that : The date is 2011, many cancer centers have survivor groups...It is those with similar experience that can reach patients better than others.

Question 7

what is metastatic breast carcinoma?

Accepted Answer

Spread: Usually means spead beyond the local regional areas - that is to lungs, liver, brain, bones, etc.

Question 8

what kind of doctor sees somebody for breast carcinoma?

Accepted Answer

Several: General surgeons provide surgical treatment, oncologists use chemotherapy, radiation oncologists supervise radiation treatment and family doctors coordinate overall care.

Question 9

is breast cancer the same as carcinoma?

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Cancer=carcinoma: Carcinoma is the latin word for cancer.  Many different cancers are carcinomas...Like breast, lung, colon, and prostate.

Question 10

what is survival rate with invasive ductal carcinoma of breast?

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Stage-Dependent: Breast cancers are staged based upon the size of the cancer, lymph node or distant organ involvement, direct extension to the skin or chest wall muscles, and unique molecular features of the tumor.  Published rates of 5-yr survival (http://www.Cancer.Org/cancer/breastcancer/detailedguide/breast-cancer-survival-by-stage) vary quite a bit based on these variables, between 15%-93%.

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