Breast Cancer - FAQs & Tips

What is Breast Cancer?

• Breast cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the breast.

Early Detection?

• When breast cancer is detected early, at a localized stage, the survival rate is 98%.  Early detection includes doing monthly breast self-exams, and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammogram

​Diagnosis:

• Breast cancer can be diagnosed through multiple tests, including a mammogram, ultrasound, MRI and biopsy.

​Stages:

• Once a person is determined to have a malignant tumor or the diagnosis of breast cancer, the healthcare team will determine breast cancer staging to communicate how far the disease has progressed.

​Types:

• Types of breast cancer include ductal carcinoma in situ, invasive ductal carcinoma, inflammatory breast cancer, and metastatic breast cancer.

​Myths:

• There is a lot of misinformation out there. Make sure you know the facts about breast cancer.​

​​Read More on: http://www.nationalbreastcancer.org/about-breast-cancer