Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is a type of cancer that forms in the cells of the breasts. It is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in women, but it can also affect men. Early detection through mammograms and other screening methods is crucial for improving survival rates. Treatments for breast cancer may include a combination of chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery to remove the tumor. Each case is unique, and doctors consider various factors to determine the best course of action. Research continues to advance, offering hope for more effective treatments and a potential cure in the future.
Name | Description |
|---|---|
HER2 Positive Breast Cancer | Characterized by an overexpression of the HER2 protein, promoting cancer growth. |
Hormone Receptor Positive Breast Cancer | Cancer cells grow in response to estrogen or progesterone. |
Inflammatory Breast Cancer | A rare and aggressive form of breast cancer that blocks lymph vessels in the skin of the breast. |
Invasive Ductal Carcinoma | The most common type of breast cancer, begins in the milk ducts and invades surrounding tissue. |
Invasive Lobular Carcinoma | Starts in the milk-producing lobules and invades nearby tissue. |
Medullary Carcinoma | A rare subtype of invasive ductal carcinoma with a well-defined boundary between tumor and normal tissue. |
Mucinous Carcinoma | A rare form of invasive ductal carcinoma that is characterized by mucin-producing cancer cells. |
Paget Disease of the Nipple | A rare type of breast cancer involving the skin of the nipple and the areola. |
Phyllodes Tumor | A rare breast tumor that is usually benign but can be malignant. |
Triple Negative Breast Cancer | Lacks three common receptors known to fuel most breast cancer growth. |
Tubular Carcinoma | A type of invasive ductal carcinoma characterized by tube-shaped structures. |