Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that grows from cells of the breast and may spread to other areas of the body. The great majority of breast cancer cases occur in women; however, there is a slight chance that men can have it, too. It may develop in cells that line the ducts that carry milk to the nipple, or in the stroma or fatty and connective tissues of the breast, or in other parts of the breast. There are many
different types of breast cancer. It can spread, or metastasize, through the lymph system. The lymphatic vessels carry lymph fluid from the breast, and therefore if the
cancer cells exist in the breast, there is a chance that they would enter the lymph system and spread to the body through the bloodstream. It is very important to find out if cancer cells have entered the lymph nodes. This increases the chance of cancer in other organs. Breast cancer self-checks are very important. While women may find lumps in their breasts, these lumps are usually benign (not cancerous). There is a great amount of information that tells the public all about this type of cancer. You will also frequently come across organized events raising funds for breast
cancer research. There are many different forms of treatment. Treatment includes surgery to remove the tumor or the breast (mastectomy), radiation, chemotherapy, and hormone therapy. There also other types of alternative therapies some people choose to follow. Some forms of breast
cancer treatment are administered in combinations.
